{"product_id":"kale-emerald-ice-seeds-brassica-oleracea-cool-season-leafy-greens-for-home-garden","title":"Kale Emerald Ice Seeds (Brassica oleracea) – Cool-Season Leafy Greens for Home Garden","description":"\u003cp\u003eKale 'Emerald Ice' (Brassica oleracea) is a compact, upright kale with tender, crisp, deep green leaves and a mild, sweet flavour. It grows well in garden beds, raised beds and containers, and can be harvested leaf by leaf over a long season. Young leaves are perfect for salads, while larger leaves are delicious in soups, stir-fries, sautés and smoothies. Like most kale, it thrives in cool weather, and a light frost makes the leaves even sweeter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cool-season leafy vegetable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-GMO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLife cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Biennial, grown as an annual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact, upright\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mild and sweet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Baby leaves in about 4 weeks; full-size leaves in about 7–9 weeks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12–24 in (30–60 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12–16 in (30–40 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSowing depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e ¼–½ in (6–12 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate, consistent moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Frost-tolerant; USDA zones 4–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContainer friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeds per packet:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Sow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow directly in the garden in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked, or start indoors 4–6 weeks before the last frost. Sow again in mid to late summer for an autumn and winter harvest. Plant seeds ¼–½ inch deep in fertile, well-drained soil enriched with compost, and keep the soil evenly moist; seedlings usually appear in 5–14 days. Thin to 12–16 inches apart once established, and sow small batches every 2–3 weeks for a steady supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Grow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow in full sun to partial shade; light afternoon shade helps in warmer weather. Water evenly and regularly without waterlogging, and mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Feed with compost or a balanced organic fertiliser during the season. Ensure good airflow to prevent leaf diseases, and watch for aphids and caterpillars, using organic controls or fine netting if needed. Protect plants from extreme heat, which can make leaves tough and bitter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvest\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePick the outer leaves regularly once they are large enough to use, leaving the central growing point to keep producing fresh foliage for weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OrganicSeedsHub","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45536242270391,"sku":"SPA-DEC8-137","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/3335\/6471\/files\/freepik__ultrarealistic-kitchen-scene-neatly-arranged-curly__25048.jpg?v=1766060558","url":"https:\/\/organicseedshub.com\/products\/kale-emerald-ice-seeds-brassica-oleracea-cool-season-leafy-greens-for-home-garden","provider":"OrganicSeedsHub","version":"1.0","type":"link"}