Kale is superior to most vegetables in protein, vitamin and mineral content. It's also a cool weather crop that is slow to bolt. Latin Name: Brassica oleracea Seed Type: Heirloom Online Code: 101083 Product Weight: 1.75 grams / approximately 475-500 seeds Plant Type: Vegetable Flavor: Sharp Days to Harvest: 60 to 75 days Days to Seed Germination: 10 to 14 days Seed Planting Depth: 1.3 cm (1/2") Row Spacing: 60 cm (24") Plant Spacing: 60 cm (24") Best Container Size: 12"+ Planting Instructions: Sow in outdoor rows as soon as the ground can be worked. Place one seed every 4 inches and cover with soil. When plants are about 3 inches tall, thin to 12 inches apart. Harvest side leaves as needed at 6 to 8 inches in length. Suggestions: Did you know that kale is the oldest form of cabbage, and is tastiest after a light frost? Preparation Ideas: Kale can be added to green salads or lightly sauteed in olive oil and garlic.