Kale Seeds – Borecole Winterbor

Kale is a nutritious and cold-tolerant leafy green, perfect for home gardens and small-scale cultivation. The Borecole Winterbor variety produces robust, dark green leaves that thrive in cooler temperatures, making it ideal for fall and winter harvests. Its flavorful and tender leaves are suitable for a wide range of dishes, from salads to cooked recipes.

Features and Specifications:

• Plant Type: Cold-tolerant leafy green

• Variety Name: Borecole Winterbor

• Growth Habit: Upright, bushy with ruffled leaves

• Maturity: Ready for harvest in approximately 60–75 days from sowing

• Growing Season: Fall and winter; tolerates frost

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–9

• Sowing Months:

  • Zones 4–5: March–May or July–August

  • Zones 6–7: February–April or July–September

  • Zones 8–9: January–March or August–October

• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil Needs: Well-drained, fertile soil enriched with organic matter

• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist for optimal growth

• Uses: Salads, sautés, soups, smoothies, and juicing