Blue Curled Scotch Kale Seeds

Blue Curled Scotch Kale is a cold-hardy, slow-bolting variety with tall, dark green, heavily curled leaves whose mild, sweet flavor improves after frost. One of the most dependable overwintering greens for home gardeners.

At a glance

• Variety: Blue Curled Scotch kale
• Type: heirloom, non-GMO
• Leaf: dark green, heavily curled
• Traits: cold-hardy, slow to bolt, overwintering
• Sun: full sun
• Spacing: 12 to 18 inches apart
• Seeds per packet: minimum 800 seeds

Best for

• Fall planting and winter harvest
• Overwintering in mild climates
• Soups, sauteed greens, and kale chips
• Salads and smoothies

How to grow

Direct sow in late summer for fall and winter harvest, or start transplants indoors for an early jump. Grow in full sun with consistent moisture, spacing plants 12 to 18 inches apart. Harvest outer leaves regularly to encourage continued production.

Flavor profile

Mild and sweet, with the flavor sweetening considerably after exposure to frost.

About Papaws Garden Supply

Papaw's Garden Supply is a family-run brand helping the next generation grow with nature, offering heirloom and non-GMO seeds for home gardeners.