When and how to plant kale

Kale Planting Time

When sowing kale, you must choose the right time. Its seeds can germinate better in a warm and humid environment, preferably between mid-July and early August. Note that it cannot be planted too early in the south, otherwise the temperature will be high and the seedlings that germinate later will easily turn yellow. It cannot be sown too late in the north, otherwise the temperature will be low and growth and development will be inhibited.

How to grow kale

1. Planting

Kale is often propagated by sowing. Prepare loose, fertile, well-drained soil and sow the kale seeds on the soil surface. There can be a thin layer of fine soil on top, just enough to cover the seeds. After sowing, water them thoroughly.

2. Post-sowing maintenance

After sowing, kale needs to be maintained in a semi-shaded, well-ventilated environment, and the maintenance temperature should be maintained at 15-20℃. When the soil surface turns white, water should be added. The seeds will germinate in about 7 days. After germination, increase the light exposure time and lower the temperature.

3. Transplanting

When the kale grows two pairs of true leaves, transplant it into a small flowerpot, planting one plant in one pot. Then change to a larger pot according to the growth condition of the plant. Generally, the kale will be transplanted 2-3 times before it is established.

Things to note when growing kale

Kale is a sun-loving plant. After planting, it needs to be exposed to more sunlight. The more sunlight it gets, the more perfect its plant shape will be and it will not grow too tall. In addition, it is a fertilizer-loving plant. Before planting, sufficient base fertilizer needs to be applied, and topdressing should be applied frequently during the growing period. Fertilizers containing nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium can be used.