Kale: Nero di Toscana Organic Seed

Name: Kale: Nero di Toscana

Latin Name: Brassica oleracea

Description: Nero di Toscana is an old Italian variety of Kale that has become extremely popular in recent years. It is easy to grow and can withstand cold weather. It has many other common names such as Cavale Nero, Black Tuscany Kale or Black Cabbage.

Germination Rate: 90%

Seed Origin: Netherlands

Sowing: April to June

Harvesting: September to November

How To Grow Nero di Toscana Kale From Seed: Sow your Kale seeds thinly, directly outside in a row and cover with 1.5cm of damp soil. 

After about 6 weeks, when the plants are roughly 20cm tall, transplant them to their final position, leaving a spacing of 50cm between each plant. After this, Kale does not need much maintenance as it is very strong.

Nero di Toscana Kale does not withstand harsh cold as well as other Kale varieties. It is best to harvest it before December.

Seed count is approximate.