Kale Seeds – Black Magic

kale chips. [split_description] Why You’ll Love It Beautiful: Striking, near-black leaves with heavy texture and upright growth make this kale as ornamental as it is edible. Heat-Tolerant: Bred from traditional Lacinato types, but better suited for warm climates — keeps producing through the summer. Nutritious: High in vitamins A, C, and K, plus calcium and antioxidants for a power-packed leafy green. Flavorful: Harvest young for tender, mild flavor or let mature for richer, slightly nutty taste. Plant Characteristics Height: 24–36 inches Growth Habit: Upright and open with deeply savoyed, strap-like leaves Leaf Color: Dark blue-green to nearly black Days to Maturity: 60–75 days Hardiness: Biennial grown as an annual Flavor and Culinary Uses Flavor: Mild and earthy when young; deep, nutty, and slightly sweet when mature Culinary Uses: Great raw in salads, massaged with lemon or olive oil, steamed, sautéed, or baked into kale chips. Companion Planting Tips Good Companions: Beets, celery, onions, and herbs like chamomile and dill Avoid Planting Near: Strawberries or pole beans Bonus Benefit: Attracts beneficial insects while deterring some common brassica pests Common Issues and Solutions Aphids or Cabbage Worms: Spray with diluted neem oil or use floating row covers early in the season Tough Leaves: Harvest younger leaves regularly for tender texture and best flavor Bolting in Heat: While more heat-tolerant than most kales, consistent watering and mulching help prevent early bolting Seeds Per Packet 500mg Approximately 140 3g Approximately 840