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Dino Kale · Kale

Zone 5a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Dino Kale to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsApr 10th
Last FrostMay 8th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 1st
Harvest BeginsJun 30th
Harvest EndsSep 30th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 40°F and nights stay above 28°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 6 days first.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity60
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitRosette
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)45
Min Soil Temp (°F)40
Min Night Temp (°F)28
Harden Off (days)6
Expert Note: For the sweetest flavor, grow kale in cool weather and avoid letting seedlings get rootbound before transplanting.