🥦 Kale 'Dwarf Green Curled'

Sowing window (UK)	April to June
Minimum soil temperature	5°C at seed depth
Sowing depth	1 cm
Spacing	60 cm apart
Days to germination	10 days
Days to harvest	210 days
Sowing method	Start under cover, transplant out
Frost hardy	Yes
Sun	full-sun
Watering	moderate
Plant family	Brassicaceae

When should I sow Kale 'Dwarf Green Curled' in the UK?

In the UK, sow Kale 'Dwarf Green Curled' from April to June. It is normally started under cover and transplanted. Wait until the soil has reached 5°C at seed depth rather than going by the calendar - kale will sit and rot in cold ground.

What soil temperature does Kale 'Dwarf Green Curled' need to germinate?

Kale 'Dwarf Green Curled' needs a minimum soil temperature of 5°C at seed depth to germinate reliably. Below that, germination is slow and patchy, and seed is more likely to rot than sprout. Measure at around 5cm down, in the morning, rather than trusting air temperature.

How deep and how far apart should I sow Kale 'Dwarf Green Curled'?

For Kale 'Dwarf Green Curled', sow it 1cm deep and space plants 60cm apart.

How long does Kale 'Dwarf Green Curled' take to grow?

Kale 'Dwarf Green Curled' takes roughly 210 days from sowing to harvest. Seed usually germinates in about 10 days.

Is Kale 'Dwarf Green Curled' frost hardy?

Yes. Kale 'Dwarf Green Curled' is frost hardy and will stand through UK frosts, so it can be left out over winter in most of the country.

Sowing data cross-checked against RHS growing guides and UK seed-merchant catalogues. Soil temperatures are the minimum for reliable germination, measured at seed depth.