Description
- Brassica oleracea
- Average Packet Content 250 seeds
- Heads of medium size all summer
Growing info:
- Sow thinly March-June direct into a finely raked seedbed at a depth of 13mm (½").
- Germination 12-20 days.
- Transplant with a trowel when large enough to handle allowing 38cm (15") between plants each way.
- Can also be sown January-February in a propagator, on a windowsill or in a greenhouse at approx. 10-15°C (50-60°F) using a quality compost.
- Cover seeds with 6mm (¼") sieved compost.
- Transplant seedlings into 75mm (3") pots, grow on and finally plant out.
- Sowing to harvest in 16-18 weeks.
Hints & tips:
- HEALTH BENEFITS: A good source of vitamins A and C.
- CULINARY TIPS: Use all the healthy outer, darker green leaves, as they contain most nutrients.