Heirloom Kale with Deep Flavor & Nutrient Power

Lacinato kale, also known for its dark, textured leaves, is a cold-hardy, highly productive leafy green prized for both flavor and nutrition. This classic variety produces long, narrow, blue-green leaves with a slightly wrinkled texture and a rich, earthy taste that becomes even sweeter after light frost. Its tender yet sturdy leaves are ideal for fresh salads, sautés, soups, and traditional Tuscan dishes.

This kale grows upright and strong, making it easy to harvest outer leaves while the plant continues producing from the center. Well-suited for garden beds, raised beds, and large containers, it performs reliably across cool and mild seasons. Its excellent tolerance to cold and ability to rebound after harvest make it a favorite for extended garden production.

Growing Success Tips

• Place plants in full sun to partial shade for best leaf quality

• Keep soil fertile and well-draining with consistent moisture

• Harvest outer leaves regularly to encourage continuous growth

• Use mulch to retain moisture and protect roots in cooler weather

Product Features

• Heirloom kale variety

• Dark blue-green, textured leaves

• Upright growth habit

• Excellent cold tolerance

• Continuous harvest potential

Growing Information

• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade

• Spacing: 12–18 inches apart

• Soil: Rich, well-draining soil

• Water: Regular, even moisture

• Use: Garden beds, raised beds, containers

Key Benefits

• Rich, slightly sweet flavor that improves in cool weather

• Highly nutritious—packed with vitamins A, C, and K

• Productive plants allow repeated harvests

• Hardy and reliable for fall and winter growing