This tasty Russian variety produces leaves that are only slightly frilled and of top quality. 16-inch plants are very hardy and productive. Tasty and full of nutrients, this plant is a super hardy variety for extended harvests! Heirloom variety.
Culture: Best grown in frosts of spring or fall. Direct seed or transplant 2-4 weeks in spring or 8 weeks in fall before frosts dates. Prefers rich soil.
Harvest: 50-60 days. Leaves are sweet, tender, and crunchy, especially when harvested after exposure to cool, frosty weather.
Suggestion: Enjoy greens boiled, steamed, stir fried or as a fresh addition to salads and sandwiches.
- Planting Depth: 1/4" (6 mm.)
- Seed Spacing: 12"-18" (30-45 cm.)
- Spacing Between Rows: 24" (60 cm.)
- Days to Germination: 3-10
- Spacing After Thinning: 12"-18" (30-45 cm.)
- Days to Maturity: 55-75