Siberian Kale
Improved Dwarf Siberian Kale is a powerhouse leafy green that's earned its reputation as the "Queen of Greens" among vegetable gardeners. This compact cultivar of Brassica oleracea delivers extraordinary nutritional density, one cup contains 684% of the daily recommended vitamin K, 206% of vitamin A, and 134% of vitamin C, all in just 36 calories and zero grams of fat. With its dwarf habit and cold-hardy Siberian genetics, it thrives in full sun and produces tender, flavorful leaves that become sweeter after frost, making it ideal for extending your harvest well into winter.
Full Sun
High
2-10
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Annual, Biennial
High
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What sets Improved Dwarf Siberian Kale apart is its remarkable cold tolerance and continuous productivity. The leaves can be harvested individually from the bottom up at any size, rewarding you with a steady supply rather than a single bulk harvest. Frost actually improves the flavor, transforming the greens into something sweeter and more refined. The plant continues producing until temperatures drop to around 20°F, making it one of the longest-producing greens in the cool season garden.
Improved Dwarf Siberian Kale shines as a raw salad green, particularly when leaves are harvested at the tender baby stage. The greens are equally excellent when cooked, braised, sautéed, or added to soups and stews where their robust flavor holds up beautifully. Many gardeners use it as a nutrient-dense addition to smoothies and juices, taking advantage of its exceptional antioxidant profile from carotenoids and flavonoids.
Begin harvesting leaves once the plant has established itself, starting from the bottom and working upward at any size. For the most tender, delicate greens, harvest at the baby leaf stage, this actually encourages the plant to produce more leaves over time. Never remove more than one-third of the foliage in a single harvest, and crucially, never remove the terminal bud at the very top center of the plant, as this is what keeps the plant productive and extending your harvest window. The flavor improves dramatically as weather cools, and especially after frost, so time your main harvests for fall and early winter. The plant continues producing reliably until temperatures drop to approximately 20°F.
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