Red Russian

The most tender, mild flavored kale variety. Will wilt soon after harvest; should be cooled or consumed promptly.

V28004 : Red Russian
Treatment	* Pkg Size	** Price (USD)
Untreated	1/4 lb	$14.50
Untreated	1 lb	$32.25
* M = 1,000 US customer prices shown in USD. * Canadian customers, please log in to see CA prices in USD.

How To Order

Item Number

V28004

Plant Height (inches)

Heritage Variety

Yes

High Tunnel

Yes

Treatment

Untreated

Canada

Yes

Planting: Plant rows 2’ - 3’ apart with plants 8” - 16” apart. Seeding rate should be approximately 2 to 4 pounds per acre. Preplant fertilizer should be 60 pounds per acre of nitrogen, 0 - 60 pounds of phosphorus, and 0 - 200 pounds of potassium per acre depending on soil test results.

Planting Guidelines - Kale

Approximate Seeds per Pound:

124,000 - 136,000

Seeding Rate per Acre by Weight:

1.9 - 2.9 oz

Seeding Rate per Acre in M (1,000):

15.2 - 24.2 M

Seeding Rate Seeds per 1,000 foot of Row:

667 - 800

Seed or Plant Spacing In Row:

15 - 18"

Seed or Plant Spacing Between Rows:

18 - 24"

Seed or Plant Spacing Depth:

.25 - .5"

Recommended Soil Temperature:

60 - 75°F

Days to Germination:

6 - 10

Management: Sidedress 30 - 60 pounds of nitrogen after transplants are established. Use crop rotation to help combat disease pressure. Scout fields for disease, mildew, and insects.

Harvest: Kale can be harvested three ways: whole plant, bunched leaves, or “stripped” leaves. “Stripped” kale is pre-packaged for fresh market in all methods; yellow or damaged leaves must be removed before packing.

Storage: Leafy greens can be stored close to 32ºF. At this temperature, they can be held for 10 - 14 days.