Lacinato Kale
Kale
Cool-weather gardens come alive with Lacinato Kale’s dark, ocean-deep leaves—narrow, upright, and richly textured like pressed ve…
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Indoors | May 4th |
| Last Frost | Jun 1st |
| Transplant / Sow Outdoors | Jun 1st |
| Harvest Begins | Jul 26th |
| Harvest Ends | Aug 1st |
Crop Details
| Trait | Value |
|---|---|
| Days to Maturity | 55 |
| Sun Requirements |  Full Sun |
| Growth Habit | Rosette |
| Support Needed | None |
| Planting Depth | Normal |
| Germination Temp (°F) | 45 |
| Min Soil Temp (°F) | 40 |
| Min Night Temp (°F) | 30 |
| Harden Off (days) | 6 |
Cool-weather gardens come alive with Lacinato Kale’s dark, ocean-deep leaves—narrow, upright, and richly textured like pressed velvet. Its flavor is sweet and savory with a gentle mineral edge, and the leaves hold a satisfying, tender-crisp bite that stays elegant through the season. Grow it for abundant harvests of striking greens for fresh salads, hearty sautés, and robust soups, or for pickling to capture its deep, earthy character.
Sowing Tips
Transplant Conditions
Wait until soil reaches 40°F and nights stay above 30°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 6 days first.
Expert Note
For Lacinato (Tuscan/Dinosaur) kale, transplant into cool soil as soon as nights stay reliably above freezing—flavor improves after light frosts.