Nero di Toscana, also known as Black or Russian Kale, is an Italian variety of curly kale prized for its distinctive dark blue-green leaves and robust flavor reminiscent of broccoli.
Key Features
Dark blue-green, long, tight, heavily blistered leaves
Half-tall growth, reaching 40-80 cm in height
Open-pollinated variety
Frost hardy and winter-tolerant
Approximately 250 seeds per pack
Growing Information
Sow seeds from April to July
Seed germination temperature: 15-20°C
Germination time: 5-8 days
Optimal planting distance: 75 x 45 cm
About 3 plants per square meter
Planting Instructions
Sow directly outdoors or in cell trays/modules
Transplant seedlings after 10-14 days
Plant out in June or July
Space seedlings 45 cm apart
Choose a sunny position
Harvesting
Harvest from October through winter, picking young leaves to encourage new shoot growth. Ideal for overwintering and spring cropping when other vegetables are scarce.
Nero di Toscana Kale offers gardeners a versatile, hardy, and flavourful addition to their vegetable garden, perfect for those seeking a nutritious and easy-to-grow crop.