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Scarlet Kale Seeds - Vibrant Dark Purple Leaves, Frost-Resistant, Perfect for Ornamental & Edible Gardens, Open-Pollinated Variety
$4.99 CAD
Maturity

55 Days
Sunlight

Full Sun
Watering

Regular

Difficulty

Easy to grow
Life cycle

Biennial
Grow Zones

3 - 9

Quick Reference

Zones

Plant Hardiness Zones describe the average minimum winter temperature for a region. They tell you where a plant can reliably survive outdoors. For example, Zone 5 can handle colder winters than Zone 9. Matching a plant to your zone increases the chance of long-term success.

Days

  • For food crops: Days to maturity is the expected number of days from planting to first harvest. This helps gardeners plan their growing season and time their harvests.
  • For non-food plants: Days to germination indicates how long it usually takes seeds to sprout under normal conditions. This is key for starting seeds successfully.

Types

  • F1 (Hybrid): A cross between two parent varieties. Hybrids are bred for vigor, uniformity, and specific traits such as disease resistance. Seeds saved from F1 plants don’t grow true to type. That means if you try to regrow them from seed, the plant won't necessarily be the same as last year's
  • OP (Open-Pollinated): Varieties that naturally pollinate and remain stable across generations. Seeds can be saved and replanted with consistent results.
  • HM (Heirloom): An open-pollinated variety that has been handed down for many generations. Heirlooms are valued for flavor, tradition, and genetic diversity.

Grows

  • Outdoors: Well-suited for garden beds, raised beds, or open soil, where natural conditions are stable.
  • Windowsill: Compact plants that thrive in containers indoors, often needing only modest light.
  • Anywhere: Highly adaptable plants that perform reliably in both indoor and outdoor settings.

Lifecycle

  • Annual: Grows, flowers, sets seed, and dies in one growing season. Many vegetables and flowers are annuals.
  • Perennial: Lives for multiple years, regrowing each season after going dormant. Often used in landscaping or long-term food crops.
  • Sp. Perennial (Self-Perennializing): A plant that reseeds itself or self-pollinates, giving the effect of perennial growth even if individual plants live shorter lives.

Size

Indicates the recommended container size or soil depth for best growth.

  • “X″ Pot”: The ideal pot diameter (e.g., 5″ Pot), ensuring enough root space.
  • DS (Deep Soil): Requires planting directly in the ground or in a deep raised bed, as shallow pots restrict growth.
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  • Striking Appearance: Features broad, frilly dark purple leaves that mature to stunning intensity after frost, adding beauty and vigor to your garden.
  • Optimal Growing Conditions: Thrives best in full sun to partial shade with well-draining soil.
  • Harvesting: Ready to harvest as baby leaves or mature greens; matures in approximately 50-60 days. Flavor and color enhance after exposure to frost.
  • Versatile Culinary Uses: Perfect for salads, smoothies, or cooked dishes. Enhances any meal with its rich, slightly sweet flavor and nutritional benefits.
  • Robust Plant: Highly resistant to bolting and adaptable to various environmental conditions, making it a reliable choice for most gardens.

Scarlet Kale Seeds bring a vibrant touch to your garden with their striking dark purple leaves. This frost-resistant variety not only enhances the aesthetic appeal of your garden but also offers a rich, slightly sweet flavor perfect for culinary uses. Whether you're looking to add a pop of color to your ornamental garden or seeking nutritious greens for your kitchen, Scarlet Kale is an ideal choice.

Plant these seeds in well-draining soil with full sun to partial shade exposure. With a maturity period of 50-60 days, you can enjoy the intense flavor and color that develop after frost exposure. Scarlet Kale is highly resistant to bolting and adaptable to various conditions, making it a reliable addition to any garden. Delight in the dual benefits of beauty and nutrition by planting Scarlet Kale today!
Size
How much seed do I need?

Seeds per gram: 300
Average germination rate: 85%

Package sizes

  • 50 seeds — 42 plants — covers about 42–95 sq. ft.
  • 500 seeds — 425 plants — covers about 425–955 sq. ft.

Plant growth and coverage

  • Upright, frilly-leaf rosette; semi-bushy habit
  • Height: 45–90 cm (18–36 in)
  • Spread: 30–60 cm (12–24 in)
  • Spacing: 30–45 cm (12–18 in) for full-size; 2.5–5 cm (1–2 in) for baby leaf
  • Coverage per plant (full size): about 1.0–2.25 sq. ft.

Choosing a packet size

  • A 50-seed packet is ideal for home gardeners and small beds, or for successive sowings to keep tender leaves coming through the season.
  • The 500-seed packet suits larger kitchen gardens, community plots, landscapers, and market growers, including those producing baby-leaf kale at scale.
GROWING INSTRUCTIONS

Sow Scarlet Kale seeds in well-draining soil in a sunny to partially shaded spot. Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep and space them 12-18 inches apart. Begin in spring or late summer for a fall harvest.

Germination occurs within 5-10 days. Once seedlings are a few inches tall, thin them to ensure proper spacing. For best results, harden off seedlings by gradually exposing them to outdoor conditions before transplanting.

Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Harvest young leaves for tender greens or allow them to mature. Enjoy the enhanced flavor and color after frost exposure. Use in salads, smoothies, or cooked dishes.
SHIPPING & RETURNS

In Canada, we use fast shipping from our Canadian warehouses. You can expect delivery in 1-3 days.

In the USA, We use our US warehouses, and you can expect your order in 1-3 days, too.

No postaged lettermail or slow shipping from across the world. No customs fees or orders withheld at the border. Tracking numbers for all orders.

We strive to process and ship all orders in a timely manner, working diligently to ensure that your items are on their way to you as soon as possible. Our return policy covers you for late, damaged or defective products.

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