Red Russian is a versatile specialty kale well suited for any culinary application and can be planted as an ornamental amongst flowers in the garden. This pre-1885 heirloom, is tall in stature and is one of the hardiest and most tender kales available. Red Russian has beautiful purple-veined, gray-green oak-type leaves and rich purple stems. The red and purple hues intensify and the flavour sweetens after frost. The thick leaves have a mild, sweet flavour that is delicious both cooked and eaten raw. Red Russian is well suited for baby leaf production and has excellent disease and weather tolerance.
To store, refrigerate in storage bags for up to 5 days.
| Maturity | Baby: 25 days Full: 50 days |
|---|---|
| Height | 12 - 36 inches (30 - 91 cm) |
| Spacing | 12 inches (30 cm) |
| Light | Full sun to part shade |
| Soil | Well-draining, fertile soil |
| pH Range | 6.0 to 7.5 |
| Watering | Keep soil evenly moist |
| Fertilizing | Balanced fertilizer at the time of planting |
| Nutrients Required | Nitrogen=moderate to high; Phosphorus=high; Potassium=high |
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