{"product_id":"siberian-kale","title":"Kale, Siberian","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"56\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"18\"\u003eKale, Siberian\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"18\" data-end=\"21\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"21\" data-end=\"54\"\u003e(Brassica napus var. pabularia)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"58\" data-end=\"416\"\u003eSiberian Kale is a cold-hardy heirloom kale prized for its tender, blue-green leaves and exceptional tolerance to frost. Unlike many curly kales, its leaves are broad, slightly ruffled, and mild in flavor. This hardy green thrives in cool weather and can continue producing late into fall and winter, making it a reliable staple for extended harvest gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"423\" data-end=\"448\"\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"452\" data-end=\"673\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"452\" data-end=\"476\"\u003eExtremely Cold Hardy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"476\" data-end=\"479\"\u003eSiberian Kale is one of the most frost-tolerant kales available. Leaves become sweeter after exposure to cold weather, allowing harvests well into late fall and even winter in milder climates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"677\" data-end=\"898\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"677\" data-end=\"700\"\u003eTender, Mild Leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"700\" data-end=\"703\"\u003eThe broad, slightly crinkled leaves have a softer texture and milder flavor than many traditional kales. Excellent for salads when young and ideal for sautéing, soups, and steaming when mature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"902\" data-end=\"1088\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"902\" data-end=\"931\"\u003eFast Growing \u0026amp; Productive\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"934\"\u003ePlants establish quickly and produce abundant leaves over a long harvest window. Regular harvesting encourages continued growth and new leaf production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1092\" data-end=\"1268\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1092\" data-end=\"1121\"\u003eReliable Cool-Season Crop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1124\"\u003ePerforms best in spring and fall plantings and tolerates fluctuating temperatures. Suitable for succession planting in diverse garden systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1275\" data-end=\"1296\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1355\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1319\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1320\" data-end=\"1336\"\u003eBrassica napus\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem data-start=\"1342\" data-end=\"1353\"\u003epabularia\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1358\" data-end=\"1416\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1358\" data-end=\"1375\"\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Northern Europe (cultivated worldwide)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1419\" data-end=\"1470\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1419\" data-end=\"1440\"\u003ePlant Life Cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Biennial grown as an annual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1522\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1494\"\u003eSun Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1525\" data-end=\"1593\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1525\" data-end=\"1547\"\u003eSoil Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to medium-wet, fertile, well-drained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1596\" data-end=\"1629\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1596\" data-end=\"1614\"\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5–2.5 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1632\" data-end=\"1689\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1632\" data-end=\"1647\"\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e April–May (second year if overwintered)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1692\" data-end=\"1717\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1692\" data-end=\"1708\"\u003eBloom Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1720\" data-end=\"1755\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1720\" data-end=\"1741\"\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~50–65 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1758\" data-end=\"1853\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1758\" data-end=\"1783\"\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grown as annual in zones 3–10; overwintering possible in zones 7–10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1860\" data-end=\"2166\"\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, plant kale in cool-season beds or rotate with legumes to help maintain soil fertility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2324\"\u003eSiberian Kale offers exceptional cold tolerance, mild flavor, and dependable harvests—an excellent green for gardeners seeking extended seasonal production.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Farm Connection","offers":[{"title":"4-pack","offer_id":47817541288195,"sku":"ANV-22122","price":4.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/1128\/8067\/files\/540026BF-7A0E-4629-B842-C7BCF011BC3B.jpg?v=1774028085","url":"https:\/\/tfcnursery.com\/products\/siberian-kale","provider":"The Farm Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}