How to Grow Kale

Planting Kale Seeds

Sow Seeds Indoors: 8 week(s) before last frost
Sow Seeds Outdoors: 4 week(s) before last frost
Days to Germinate: 5-7 days
Seed Planting Depth: 1/4" - 1/2"
Germination Optimum Soil Temperature: 45-95 degrees

Growing Kale

Plant Seedlings Outside: 4 week(s) before last frost
Spacing Between Plants: 12" - 18"
Spacing Between Rows: 18"
Good Companions: Bush Bean, Beet, Celery, Cucumber, Lettuce, Onion, Potato
Bad Companions: Pole Bean, Tomato
pH Range: 6.0-7.0
Water Requirements: Heavy and Even
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