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Crane Red - (F1) Ornamental Kale Seed

Crane Red - (F1) Ornamental Kale Seed
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Crane Red - (F1) Ornamental Kale Seed
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Lovely rich color for autumn bouquets. Plum center.
Extend the flower production season with ornamental kale. The Crane series is consistent, uniform, and provides a range of colors. Crane Red has plum centers surrounded by dark green-to-purple outer leaves. Also known as flowering kale and ornamental cabbage. Ht. 24–36". Avg. 8,600 seeds/oz. Packet: 50 seeds.
DAYS TO GERMINATION:10-14 days at 70°F (21°C).

SOWING:Transplant (recommended): Sow directly in cell packs 4-6 weeks before planting outside. Cover seed with 1/4" of soil. After germination, grow seedlings at 60°F (21°C) for 3-4 weeks. Harden off one week before planting outside. Plants must be set out several weeks before the first fall frost. Direct seed: Sow 3 months before expected fall frost, 2 seeds per hole, 6" apart and 1/4" deep. Thin to one plant per hole.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: Once plants are about 10-12" tall, remove the lower leaves. Repeat 3 or 4 times as the plants grow taller. Use Hortonova (horizontal trellis) to prevent the plants from falling over, as they become top heavy.

LIGHT PREFERENCE:Sun.

SOIL REQUIREMENTS: Moist, well-drained soil. Discontinue fertilizer once plants begin to color.

PLANT SPACING:6". Plants spaced more than 6" will produce heads that are too large for cut flower use.

HARDINESS ZONES:Annual.

HARVEST:Kale should have a 6" head on a 24" stem with good coloring. Plants will begin to color once temps. drop below 50°F.

USES:Long-lasting cut flower.

SCIENTIFIC NAME:Brassica oleracea


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