{"product_id":"kale-white-russian","title":"Kale, White Russian","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"61\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"23\"\u003eKale, White Russian\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"23\" data-end=\"26\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"26\" data-end=\"59\"\u003e(Brassica napus var. pabularia)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"63\" data-end=\"436\"\u003eWhite Russian Kale is a tender-leafed heirloom kale closely related to Red Russian, known for its pale green leaves and white stems. This variety is especially valued for its mild flavor and delicate texture, making it one of the best kales for fresh salads. Highly cold tolerant and productive, White Russian thrives in cool-season gardens and becomes sweeter after frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"443\" data-end=\"468\"\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"472\" data-end=\"704\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"472\" data-end=\"495\"\u003eTender, Mild Leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"495\" data-end=\"498\"\u003eCompared to many kales, White Russian has soft, thin leaves with a mild, slightly sweet flavor. Excellent for fresh salads when young and equally suited for sautéing, soups, and steaming as leaves mature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"708\" data-end=\"903\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"708\" data-end=\"740\"\u003eBeautiful Pale Green Foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"740\" data-end=\"743\"\u003eLeaves are deeply lobed with light green color and creamy white stems. The elegant foliage adds visual contrast in mixed vegetable beds and edible landscapes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"907\" data-end=\"1087\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"907\" data-end=\"931\"\u003eExtremely Cold Hardy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"934\"\u003eThis variety performs exceptionally well in cold weather and often survives deep into winter. Leaves become noticeably sweeter after exposure to frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1091\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1091\" data-end=\"1120\"\u003eFast Growing \u0026amp; Productive\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1120\" data-end=\"1123\"\u003ePlants establish quickly and produce abundant harvestable leaves over a long season. Regular harvesting encourages continued leaf production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1273\" data-end=\"1294\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1353\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1317\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1318\" data-end=\"1334\"\u003eBrassica napus\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem data-start=\"1340\" data-end=\"1351\"\u003epabularia\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1414\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1356\" data-end=\"1373\"\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Northern Europe (cultivated worldwide)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1417\" data-end=\"1468\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1417\" data-end=\"1438\"\u003ePlant Life Cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Biennial grown as an annual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1471\" data-end=\"1520\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1471\" data-end=\"1492\"\u003eSun Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1523\" data-end=\"1591\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1523\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003eSoil Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to medium-wet, fertile, well-drained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1623\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1612\"\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–3 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1683\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1641\"\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e April–May (second year if overwintered)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1711\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1702\"\u003eBloom Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"1749\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"1735\"\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~50–60 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1752\" data-end=\"1850\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1752\" data-end=\"1777\"\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grown as an annual in zones 3–10; overwintering possible in zones 7–10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1857\" data-end=\"2171\"\u003eDirect sow in early spring or late summer for fall harvest. Maintain fertile soil and consistent moisture for strong leaf production. Harvest outer leaves regularly to extend the harvest season. In permaculture systems, rotate kale with legumes or integrate into cool-season beds for steady leafy green production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2173\" data-end=\"2318\"\u003eWhite Russian Kale offers exceptional tenderness, cold resilience, and steady harvests—an excellent kale for both fresh salads and cooked dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Farm Connection","offers":[{"title":"2.5\" pot","offer_id":47405144310019,"sku":"ANV-2243","price":2.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4-pack","offer_id":47405144342787,"sku":"ANV-2242","price":4.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/1128\/8067\/files\/F7D74051-4F86-4970-9FB0-2E72BC5204C6.jpg?v=1774025352","url":"https:\/\/tfcnursery.com\/products\/kale-white-russian","provider":"The Farm Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}