McKenzie Kale Lacinato Seeds

Kale Lacinato produces long, narrow, dark blue-green leaves with a rich, earthy flavour and hearty texture. This classic “dinosaur” kale thrives in cool weather and is excellent for salads, sautéing, soups, stews, and smoothies, offering nutritious greens throughout the season.

Why you’ll love it:

• Rich, earthy flavour and hearty texture
• Excellent cool-season performance in spring and fall
• Versatile for salads, sautéing, soups, and smoothies
• Reliable and easy to grow in home gardens

Growing Information:

• Botanical Name: Brassica oleracea var. palmifolia
• Plant Type: Annual/seasonal leafy vegetable
• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Germination: ~5–10 days
• Days to Harvest: ~55–70 days
• Height: ~60–90 cm (24–36 in)

Seed Details:

• Seed Type: Open pollinated
• Approximate Seed Count: Varies by packet
• Special Characteristics: Dark, textured leaves; cool-season hardy; highly nutritious

Suggested Uses:
Sow seeds directly outdoors in well-drained soil after all danger of frost for spring plantings or in late summer for fall harvests. Space plants according to packet directions and keep soil evenly moist. Harvest outer leaves regularly for salads, sautéing, soups, or smoothies.

Seed packet includes planting instructions. Results may vary based on growing conditions.