The popularity of kale continues to increase, and this Cavolo Nero variety is the first F1 variety available. This highly productive crop has a long cutting period meaning you can harvest the tasty leaves from summer all the way through to spring. The upright plants produce heavily crinkled dark blue-green coloured leaves that can be harvested from the base to the top of the plant as and when required.Sow Kale seed from March to June. Direct sow outdoors into a well prepared seedbed, for transplanting to their final positions later on. Sow at a depth of 1cm (½") and distance of 23cm (9") between rows. Kale plants can be transplanted to their final positions approximately 5 weeks from sowing.Grow kale in firm, rich fertile, well-drained soil in sun or semi shade. Prepare the soil in early spring by adding plenty of well-rotted farmyard manure to the soil to improve its structure and fertility. Apply lime to acid soils to reduce the acidity and lessen the risk of clubroot. When transplanting kale, plant it slightly deeper in the ground than it was in the seedbed. Plant kale at a distance of 60cm (24") apart and cover with a protective netting or fleece to prevent attack from birds and insects. Water the plants thoroughly after planting. Product Specifications:Position in: full sun or semi shadeHeight: Up to 75cmSpread: Up to 50cmSupplied as 1 x Seed Packet (30 Seeds)Delivered with growing and care instructionsImages shown are for guidance only of the expected results from plants upon maturity. Different growing conditions might vary results. Image may be included for illustration of supply but can vary due to seasonality changes (e.g. deciduous plants lose leaves in colder months).