Lacinato Kale

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Origin
Mediterranean
Weigh/Count
Count
Harvest Time
~2 months after planting. Harvest outer leaves every 1–2 weeks; can continue for 4–6+ months if not allowed to flower
Usage
Culinary, Nutritional, Salad Green, Cooked Green
Perennial/Annual
Annual
Growth Type
Leafy green, Herbaceous, Groundcover
Planting Distance
30–45 cm between plants; 45–60 cm between rows
Nutritional Info
High in vitamin K, A, C, iron, fiber
Strata Category
Low
How to eat
Use for salads, stews, chips.
per Amount
Bunch
Harvest days
Tuesday, 5. August - Weekly Food Basket, Tuesday, 11. November - Weekly Food Basket, Tuesday, 18. November - Weekly Food Basket, Tuesday, 25. November - Weekly Food Basket, Tuesday, 2. December - Weekly Food Basket, Tuesday, 9. December - Weekly Food Basket, Tuesday, 16. December - Weekly Food Basket, Tuesday, 23. December - Weekly Food Basket, Tuesday, 30. December - Weekly Food Basket, Tuesday, 6. January - Weekly Food Basket, Tuesday, 13. January - Weekly Food Basket, Tuesday, 20. January - Weekly Food Basket
Price
550
Medicinal Uses
Anti-inflammatory, supports detox and cardiovascular health
Life Cycle
Placenta 2
Spanish Name
Kale toscano
Category
Leafy greens & herbs
Scientific Name
Brassica oleracea (Acephala Group)
Edible parts
Leaves, Stems

Written by neighbors in the community guide. Last edited November 19, 2025.Open in Notion