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Black Tuscan
SKU
155RV
Each plug has 2-3 plants in.
Description
A member of the brassica family this Kale has very dark green long savoyed leaves. Easy to grow, will withstand a harsh winter and can be used for a cut and come again salads of grown on. Can also be known as Palm cabbage, Nero Di Toscana, Black Tuscany and Cavolo Nero.
Harvest
Roughly 6-7 weeks after planting, pick a few leaves at a time always leaving some to grow on. Flavours will improve once the frosts have started in early winter, releasing its sugars.
Growing Instructions
Plant as a bunch no need to separate the seedlings as this will harm the roots.
Plant 50cm apart in well drained soil in sun or semi shade, try to bury the plug and stems up to the start of first leaves, and pat down the soil around the stem to help give them some support for when they get bigger. Water well until established. Protect form cabbage white butterfly in the summer months.
Tip
When cooking cut the thick middle bit out as it takes longer to cook.
Description
A member of the brassica family this Kale has very dark green long savoyed leaves. Easy to grow, will withstand a harsh winter and can be used for a cut and come again salads of grown on. Can also be known as Palm cabbage, Nero Di Toscana, Black Tuscany and Cavolo Nero.
Harvest
Roughly 6-7 weeks after planting, pick a few leaves at a time always leaving some to grow on. Flavours will improve once the frosts have started in early winter, releasing its sugars.
Growing Instructions
Plant as a bunch no need to separate the seedlings as this will harm the roots.
Plant 50cm apart in well drained soil in sun or semi shade, try to bury the plug and stems up to the start of first leaves, and pat down the soil around the stem to help give them some support for when they get bigger. Water well until established. Protect form cabbage white butterfly in the summer months.
Tip
When cooking cut the thick middle bit out as it takes longer to cook.
| Product Name | Black Tuscan |
|---|---|
| Species | Kale |
| Variety | Black Tuscan |
| Also Known As | Borecole/Palm Cabbage |
| Planting Time | March - September |
| Harvest Time | May - November |
| Maturity from Planting | 90-210 Days |
| Hardyness | Hardy |
| pH Level | 6.0 - 7.0 |
| Size | 6 x medium plug plants |
| Pack Size | Medium |