Southern Harvest
Quality seeds for kitchen, flower and native gardeners
Botanical Name
Brassica oleracea
A strong growing kale that is very hardy. Also known as ‘Hungry Gap’ kale as it grows to 1.2-1.5 m with plenty of leaves that can be harvested throughout winter and early spring. The leaves are blue-grey in colour and rich in vitamens A, C and K and anti-oxidants. Handles a range of conditions, including poor soils (however it’s much more productive in fertile soils). Frost and snow improve its flavour. 400 seeds.
Sowing Periods
Cool Climate Periods
Sep 1st to Feb 27th
Temperate Climate Periods
Sep 1st to Apr 30th
Tropical & Sub-Tropical Climate Periods
Mar 1st to Jun 30th