Lacinato Kale

Seed Count: Approx. 200 seeds Days to Maturity: 65 Days Description: Dark blue-green to black leaves often have a heavily crinkled texture, which inspires one of its many common names, dinosaur kale. The flattened leaves are perfect for making kale chips. This kale dates back to the 18th century Italy, which is why it’s also called Tuscan kale. Thomas Jefferson grew it in his garden at Monticello.  Plus, Lacinato not only looks good but tastes delicious too.  It’s one of my favorites because bugs usually leave it alone. How To Grow Sowing:  Since kale thrives in cool weather and sweetens with frost, it grows best as a fall crop. Plant 3 seeds in a cluster, 1/2" deep and 16-18" apart in rows 2-3' apart about 3 months before first expected frost. Thin to the strongest plant  when the seedlings emerge. Kale appreciates very rich, moist soil that drains well, since they taste best when allowed to grow quickly. Growing:  Keep weeds controlled and conserve moisture by applying mulch. Keep t