{"title":"Vegetable Kale","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"130\" data-end=\"389\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenus: \u003cem data-start=\"141\" data-end=\"151\"\u003eBrassica\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"130\" data-end=\"389\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"201\" data-end=\"212\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brassicaceae\u003cbr data-start=\"225\" data-end=\"228\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"228\" data-end=\"245\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kale, Curly Kale, Dinosaur Kale, Ornamental Kale\u003cbr data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"297\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"297\" data-end=\"314\"\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Europe (domesticated from wild cabbage native to the Mediterranean region)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"391\" data-end=\"788\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"391\" data-end=\"407\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"407\" data-end=\"410\"\u003eKale is a cool-season, leafy green vegetable in the \u003cem data-start=\"462\" data-end=\"472\"\u003eBrassica\u003c\/em\u003e genus, closely related to cabbage, broccoli, and cauliflower. Grown for its nutritious, textured leaves rather than a forming head, kale is a staple in both kitchen gardens and ornamental displays. Depending on the variety, leaves may be frilly, flat, deeply crinkled, or even tinged with purple or blue-green hues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"790\" data-end=\"1134\"\u003eKale thrives in cooler temperatures and is known to improve in flavour after a light frost. It's packed with vitamins A, C, and K, as well as calcium and iron—making it as nutritious as it is hardy. Some cultivars are bred specifically for visual appeal, such as flowering or ornamental kale, which adds colour to fall plantings and containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1136\" data-end=\"1151\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1136\" data-end=\"1151\"\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1603\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1240\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1155\" data-end=\"1240\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1155\" data-end=\"1165\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade; tolerates some shade, especially in hot summers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1305\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1243\" data-end=\"1305\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1243\" data-end=\"1252\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, well-drained soil with good organic content.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1306\" data-end=\"1401\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1401\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1318\"\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate and consistent; keep soil evenly moist for best leaf texture and taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1517\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1404\" data-end=\"1517\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1404\" data-end=\"1418\"\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy in Zones 2–9; very cold-tolerant and often survives into early winter in Canadian gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1518\" data-end=\"1603\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1603\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1536\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low; harvest lower leaves regularly to encourage fresh new growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1605\" data-end=\"1629\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1605\" data-end=\"1629\"\u003eInteresting Tidbits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1631\" data-end=\"2170\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1631\" data-end=\"1736\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1736\"\u003eKale is one of the oldest cultivated vegetables, with records dating back to Ancient Greece and Rome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1737\" data-end=\"1825\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1739\" data-end=\"1825\"\u003eAfter frost, kale’s starches convert to sugars, resulting in sweeter-tasting leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1826\" data-end=\"1945\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1945\"\u003eOrnamental kale (sometimes called flowering kale) is edible but grown primarily for its ruffled, colourful foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1946\" data-end=\"2080\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1948\" data-end=\"2080\"\u003eDinosaur kale (or Lacinato kale) has long, dark blue-green leaves and a softer texture, making it a favourite in soups and salads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2081\" data-end=\"2170\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2083\" data-end=\"2170\"\u003eKale is often used in companion planting to deter pests and attract beneficial insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kale-darkibor-806","title":"Kale 'Darkibor'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brassica oleracea var. acephala\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kale 'Darkibor'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVegetable Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leafy greens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, fertile soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e N\/A (as it is a leafy vegetable)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cool-season crop; 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