{"title":"Kale Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eKale is one of the most nutritious and cold-hardy vegetables you can grow, making it a must-have for any cool-season garden. Whether you prefer tender baby leaves for fresh salads or mature leaves for soups, smoothies, chips, and cooked dishes, our carefully selected kale seed varieties are chosen for exceptional flavor, vigorous growth, and reliable production throughout the fall, winter, and early spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur kale seeds include classic heirlooms and unique specialty varieties with a range of leaf shapes, textures, and colors. Cool temperatures enhance the flavor by making the leaves sweeter, and regular harvesting encourages plants to produce fresh growth for months. With fertile soil, full sun, and consistent moisture, you'll enjoy an abundant harvest of nutrient-rich greens all season long. Explore our top-performing kale varieties and grow one of the healthiest and most productive vegetables in your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"darkibor-kale-seed","title":"Darkibor Kale Seed","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Grow Darkibor Kale?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Rich, Dark Green Color\u003c\/strong\u003e Darkibor is a hybrid kale variety designed for exceptional performance and flavor in both spring and fall. In our trials, Darkibor grows well into the summer months and is extremely bolt-resistant. This kale variety has a rich, dark green color and superb taste, making it an excellent choice for gardeners of any scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCurly Leaves and Vigorous Growth\u003c\/strong\u003e Darkibor Kale has extra curly leaves that grow vigorously, allowing for many harvests throughout the lifetime of each plant. This taller kale variety can easily get 3' tall or taller. Darkibor Kale is not only visually appealing but also packed with flavor and nutrients. Another one of the standout features of Darkibor Kale is its resistance to yellowing, maintaining vibrant color and quality throughout its growth. This attribute ensures that your crop remains visually appealing and nutrient-rich, providing a superior product for both fresh use and culinary applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDarkibor Kale Growing Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• When to Plant Kale\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKale is considered a \"cool season\" vegetable that grows best in the fall and early spring months. Although this variety will often make it well into the summer months without bolting, the best performance and production will come during the cooler months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKale can be directly sewn or transplanted in the backyard garden, although we prefer transplanting this variety. Plant seeds indoors or in a greenhouse 4-6 weeks before your intended in-ground planting date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKale transplants should be planted outdoors once they have a well-established root ball in their seed starting containers. Aim to put your transplants in the ground in the late summer months for a fall planting or in the late winter months for a spring planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKale is very cold-tolerant and will grow well throughout the winter in the southern states. For gardeners in the middle or northern states, frost protection would be needed to grow them through the winter. Or you can opt for a late winter planting as temperatures are warming going into spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen transplanting kale plants, space them approximately 1' apart along rows or in your containers or raised beds. If directly sewing them into your garden, you can plant seeds a few inches apart and thin later. Some growers prefer to plant them thick and harvest as baby greens, while other growers prefer a full sized plant that will require 1' of space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• How to Fertilize Kale Plants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's always a good idea to apply some pre-plant fertilizer to the soil prior to planting kale transplants. We like to sprinkle\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lazydogfarm.com\/products\/coop-gro-fertilizer-6-lbs\" title=\"Coop Gro Organic Fertilizer for Collard Greens\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCoop Gro organic fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eon our raised beds or along our rows prior to planting. This ensures the plants have the right nutrients to put down roots in their new soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause kale plants are usually in your garden for several months (if not 7-8), they'll need repeated applications of fertilizer for solid production. We like to feed ours every 3-4 weeks with a liquid solution of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lazydogfarm.com\/products\/agrothrive-general-purpose-fertilizer\" title=\"AgroThrive General Purpose Fertilizer for Collard Greens\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAgroThrive General Purpose\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor by sprinkling\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lazydogfarm.com\/products\/coop-gro-fertilizer-6-lbs\" title=\"Coop Gro Organic Fertilizer for Collard Greens\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCoop Gro\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003earound the base of the plants and lightly mixing it into the soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• When to Harvest Kale Greens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKale greens can be harvested whenever you'd like! Some gardeners like to harvest \"baby kale greens\" as soon as the leaves are as big as their hands, while others prefer to wait until the leaves get larger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen harvesting, be sure to leave 3-4 leaves on the top of the plant so it can continue to grow. Harvest the lower leaves as the plant grows and leave the top leaves for continual production throughout the cool season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Lazy Dog Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49125517131944,"sku":"LDF0119","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/2897\/2456\/files\/darkibor-kale-seed-1080x1080.png?v=1722128192"},{"product_id":"black-magic-kale","title":"Black Magic Kale Seed","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Grow Black Magic Kale?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Superior Lacinato Kale Variety\u003c\/strong\u003e Black Magic Kale is a superior selection of Toscano kale, renowned for its impressive consistency and exceptional quality, making it the ideal choice for full-size production. This standout variety features long, narrow leaves that form tall, straight bunches, enhancing its visual appeal and making it easy to harvest. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVibrant Color and Crisp Texture\u003c\/strong\u003e The dark blue-green leaves of Black Magic Kale are adorned with a beautiful savoy texture, providing both a rich, vibrant appearance and a delightful, crisp bite. As a Lacinato or \"dinosaur\" type kale, Black Magic brings a unique and sought-after look to your harvest, distinguished by its distinctive leaf pattern and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Magic Kale Growing Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• When to Plant Kale\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKale is considered a \"cool season\" vegetable that grows best in the fall and early spring months. Although this variety will often make it well into the summer months without bolting, the best performance and production will come during the cooler months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKale can be directly sewn or transplanted in the backyard garden, although we prefer transplanting this variety. Plant seeds indoors or in a greenhouse 4-6 weeks before your intended in-ground planting date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKale transplants should be planted outdoors once they have a well-established root ball in their seed starting containers. Aim to put your transplants in the ground in the late summer months for a fall planting or in the late winter months for a spring planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKale is very cold-tolerant and will grow well throughout the winter in the southern states. For gardeners in the middle or northern states, frost protection would be needed to grow them through the winter. Or you can opt for a late winter planting as temperatures are warming going into spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen transplanting kale plants, space them approximately 1' apart along rows or in your containers or raised beds. If directly sewing them into your garden, you can plant seeds a few inches apart and thin later. Some growers prefer to plant them thick and harvest as baby greens, while other growers prefer a full sized plant that will require 1' of space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• How to Fertilize Kale Plants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's always a good idea to apply some pre-plant fertilizer to the soil prior to planting kale transplants. We like to sprinkle\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lazydogfarm.com\/products\/coop-gro-fertilizer-6-lbs\" title=\"Coop Gro Organic Fertilizer for Collard Greens\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCoop Gro organic fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eon our raised beds or along our rows prior to planting. This ensures the plants have the right nutrients to put down roots in their new soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause kale plants are usually in your garden for several months (if not 7-8), they'll need repeated applications of fertilizer for solid production. We like to feed ours every 3-4 weeks with a liquid solution of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lazydogfarm.com\/products\/agrothrive-general-purpose-fertilizer\" title=\"AgroThrive General Purpose Fertilizer for Collard Greens\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAgroThrive General Purpose\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor by sprinkling\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lazydogfarm.com\/products\/coop-gro-fertilizer-6-lbs\" title=\"Coop Gro Organic Fertilizer for Collard Greens\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCoop Gro\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003earound the base of the plants and lightly mixing it into the soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• When to Harvest Kale Greens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKale greens can be harvested whenever you'd like! Some gardeners like to harvest \"baby kale greens\" as soon as the leaves are as big as their hands, while others prefer to wait until the leaves get larger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen harvesting, be sure to leave 3-4 leaves on the top of the plant so it can continue to grow. Harvest the lower leaves as the plant grows and leave the top leaves for continual production throughout the cool season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Lazy Dog Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49125667668136,"sku":"LDF0120","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/2897\/2456\/files\/black-magic-kale-seed-1080x1080.png?v=1722129365"},{"product_id":"sunbor-kale-seed","title":"Sunbor Kale Seed","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Grow Sunbor Kale?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Gorgeous Purple Twist\u003c\/strong\u003e Bring vibrant color and incredible nutrition to your garden with Sunbor Kale, a stunning red curly kale variety. Similar in growth habit to our popular \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lazydogfarm.com\/products\/darkibor-kale-seed\" title=\"Darkibor Kale Seed from Lazy Dog Farm\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDarkibor Kale\u003c\/a\u003e, Sunbor offers the same vigorous, upright plants and heavily frilled leaves—but with a gorgeous purple twist. Its deeply curled leaves boast rich purple hues, carried on bright purple stems that make this variety as ornamental as it is edible. Sunbor’s beauty is matched by its performance. The plants are vigorous, uniform, and highly productive, providing an abundant harvest of nutritious leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional Flavor and Nutrition\u003c\/strong\u003e Like many kales, both the flavor and the color of Sunbor improve in cool weather, developing a sweeter taste and deeper purple tones after a touch of frost. Beyond its striking appearance, Sunbor Kale is packed with nutrition. The deep purple pigments are a sign of powerful antioxidants, adding to the already impressive vitamin and mineral content kale is famous for. Whether eaten raw in salads, blended into smoothies, or cooked in hearty dishes, Sunbor delivers both exceptional flavor and health benefits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSunbor Kale Growing Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• When to Plant Kale\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKale is considered a \"cool season\" vegetable that grows best in the fall and early spring months. Although this variety will often make it well into the summer months without bolting, the best performance and production will come during the cooler months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKale can be directly sewn or transplanted in the backyard garden, although we prefer transplanting this variety. Plant seeds indoors or in a greenhouse 4-6 weeks before your intended in-ground planting date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKale transplants should be planted outdoors once they have a well-established root ball in their seed starting containers. Aim to put your transplants in the ground in the late summer months for a fall planting or in the late winter months for a spring planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKale is very cold-tolerant and will grow well throughout the winter in the southern states. For gardeners in the middle or northern states, frost protection would be needed to grow them through the winter. Or you can opt for a late winter planting as temperatures are warming going into spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen transplanting kale plants, space them approximately 1' apart along rows or in your containers or raised beds. If directly sewing them into your garden, you can plant seeds a few inches apart and thin later. Some growers prefer to plant them thick and harvest as baby greens, while other growers prefer a full sized plant that will require 1' of space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• How to Fertilize Kale Plants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's always a good idea to apply some pre-plant fertilizer to the soil prior to planting kale transplants. We like to sprinkle\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lazydogfarm.com\/products\/coop-gro-fertilizer-6-lbs\" title=\"Coop Gro Organic Fertilizer for Collard Greens\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCoop Gro organic fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eon our raised beds or along our rows prior to planting. This ensures the plants have the right nutrients to put down roots in their new soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause kale plants are usually in your garden for several months (if not 7-8), they'll need repeated applications of fertilizer for solid production. We like to feed ours every 3-4 weeks with a liquid solution of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lazydogfarm.com\/products\/agrothrive-general-purpose-fertilizer\" title=\"AgroThrive General Purpose Fertilizer for Collard Greens\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAgroThrive General Purpose\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor by sprinkling\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lazydogfarm.com\/products\/coop-gro-fertilizer-6-lbs\" title=\"Coop Gro Organic Fertilizer for Collard Greens\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCoop Gro\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003earound the base of the plants and lightly mixing it into the soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• When to Harvest Kale Greens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKale greens can be harvested whenever you'd like! Some gardeners like to harvest \"baby kale greens\" as soon as the leaves are as big as their hands, while others prefer to wait until the leaves get larger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen harvesting, be sure to leave 3-4 leaves on the top of the plant so it can continue to grow. Harvest the lower leaves as the plant grows and leave the top leaves for continual production throughout the cool season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Lazy Dog Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53519378022568,"sku":"LDF0186","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/2897\/2456\/files\/sunbor-kale-seed-1080x1080.png?v=1755718241"},{"product_id":"red-russian-kale-seed","title":"Red Russian Kale Seed","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Grow Red Russian Kale?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeautiful \u0026amp; Sweet \u003c\/strong\u003eRed Russian Kale is a classic heirloom variety prized for its striking appearance and exceptional flavor. The tender green leaves feature distinctive purple veins and an attractive oak leaf shape, creating a colorful display in the garden. As temperatures cool, the foliage develops rich shades of red and purple, making Red Russian Kale just as ornamental as it is productive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTender Leaves for Fresh Salads or Cooked Greens\u003c\/strong\u003e Red Russian Kale is incredibly versatile in the kitchen. Harvest the young leaves for fresh salad mixes, where their mild, sweet flavor shines, or allow the plants to mature for larger leaves that are perfect for sautéing, soups, and other cooked dishes. Like many cool-season greens, the flavor becomes even sweeter after a light frost, making it an outstanding choice for fall and winter gardens. Easy to grow, beautiful, and packed with nutrition, Red Russian Kale is a must-have variety for gardeners looking to enjoy fresh greens throughout the cool season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRed Russian Kale Growing Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• When to Plant Kale\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKale is considered a \"cool season\" vegetable that grows best in the fall and early spring months. Although this variety will often make it well into the summer months without bolting, the best performance and production will come during the cooler months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKale can be directly sewn or transplanted in the backyard garden, although we prefer transplanting this variety. Plant seeds indoors or in a greenhouse 4-6 weeks before your intended in-ground planting date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKale transplants should be planted outdoors once they have a well-established root ball in their seed starting containers. Aim to put your transplants in the ground in the late summer months for a fall planting or in the late winter months for a spring planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKale is very cold-tolerant and will grow well throughout the winter in the southern states. For gardeners in the middle or northern states, frost protection would be needed to grow them through the winter. Or you can opt for a late winter planting as temperatures are warming going into spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen transplanting kale plants, space them approximately 1' apart along rows or in your containers or raised beds. If directly sewing them into your garden, you can plant seeds a few inches apart and thin later. Some growers prefer to plant them thick and harvest as baby greens, while other growers prefer a full sized plant that will require 1' of space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• How to Fertilize Kale Plants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's always a good idea to apply some pre-plant fertilizer to the soil prior to planting kale transplants. We like to sprinkle\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lazydogfarm.com\/products\/coop-gro-fertilizer-6-lbs\" title=\"Coop Gro Organic Fertilizer for Collard Greens\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCoop Gro organic fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eon our raised beds or along our rows prior to planting. This ensures the plants have the right nutrients to put down roots in their new soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause kale plants are usually in your garden for several months (if not 7-8), they'll need repeated applications of fertilizer for solid production. We like to feed ours every 3-4 weeks with a liquid solution of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lazydogfarm.com\/products\/agrothrive-general-purpose-fertilizer\" title=\"AgroThrive General Purpose Fertilizer for Collard Greens\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAgroThrive General Purpose\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor by sprinkling\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lazydogfarm.com\/products\/coop-gro-fertilizer-6-lbs\" title=\"Coop Gro Organic Fertilizer for Collard Greens\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCoop Gro\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003earound the base of the plants and lightly mixing it into the soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• When to Harvest Kale Greens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKale greens can be harvested whenever you'd like! Some gardeners like to harvest \"baby kale greens\" as soon as the leaves are as big as their hands, while others prefer to wait until the leaves get larger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen harvesting, be sure to leave 3-4 leaves on the top of the plant so it can continue to grow. Harvest the lower leaves as the plant grows and leave the top leaves for continual production throughout the cool season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Lazy Dog Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55863466557608,"sku":"LDF0236","price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/2897\/2456\/files\/red-russian-kale-seed-1080x1080.png?v=1786470712"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/2897\/2456\/collections\/darkibor-kale-seed-1080x1080.png?v=1786052307","url":"https:\/\/lazydogfarm.com\/collections\/kale-seeds.oembed","provider":"Lazy Dog Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}