Lacinato "Dinosaur" Kale – 250 Seeds
Grow a culinary superstar with Lacinato Kale, famously known as Dinosaur Kale. This Italian heirloom is a favorite of chefs and home gardeners for its stunning, deeply savoyed, dark blue-green leaves and its rich, complex flavor. The texture is tender and less bitter than other kales, and it develops an even sweeter taste after a light frost. Incredibly versatile and packed with nutrients, Lacinato Kale is perfect for hearty salads, sautés, soups, and crispy kale chips. ⭐ What you'll love Beautiful, deeply savoyed "dinosaur" leaves add incredible texture and color. A rich, complex, and earthy flavor that sweetens after a frost. A nutritious and versatile green for a wide variety of kitchen uses. A "cut-and-come-again" plant that provides a long and productive harvest. 🌿 Seed details Plant Name: Lacinato Kale (Brassica oleracea) Seed Quantity: Approx. 250 seeds Type: Heirloom, Non-GMO Lifecycle: Biennial, typically grown as an annual. Height: 24-36 inches Days to Maturity: 60-80 days USDA Zone: 2-11 Origin: American Grown 🌱 Growing instructions Sowing: Start seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost, or direct sow outdoors in early spring or late summer for a fall crop. Depth: Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep. Spacing: Space or thin plants to 12-18 inches apart. Light Requirement: Full Sun to Light Shade. Soil: Prefers fertile, well-draining soil. Harvest: Begin harvesting outer leaves when they reach a usable size, allowing the center to continue growing. ✅ Our seed packets Professionally designed and made. Resealable for convenient, long-term storage. Eco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic). Includes full, detailed growing instructions. Vigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates. Custom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us! 🚚 Shipping FREE SHIPPING on all orders of $35 or more. Flat Rate shipping no matter how many seeds you order. Tracking is included with every order.
Why gardeners love this pick
Grow a culinary superstar with Lacinato Kale, famously known as Dinosaur Kale. This Italian heirloom is a favorite of chefs and home gardeners for its stunning, deeply savoyed, dark blue-green leaves and its rich, complex flavor. The texture is tender and less bitter than other kales, and it develops an even sweeter taste after a light frost. Incredibly versatile and packed with nutrients, Lacinato Kale is perfect for hearty salads, sautés, soups, and crispy kale chips.
⭐ What you'll love
- Beautiful, deeply savoyed "dinosaur" leaves add incredible texture and color.
- A rich, complex, and earthy flavor that sweetens after a frost.
- A nutritious and versatile green for a wide variety of kitchen uses.
- A "cut-and-come-again" plant that provides a long and productive harvest.
🌿 Seed details
- Plant Name: Lacinato Kale (Brassica oleracea)
- Seed Quantity: Approx. 250 seeds
- Type: Heirloom, Non-GMO
- Lifecycle: Biennial, typically grown as an annual.
- Height: 24-36 inches
- Days to Maturity: 60-80 days
- USDA Zone: 2-11
- Origin: American Grown
🌱 Growing instructions
- Sowing: Start seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost, or direct sow outdoors in early spring or late summer for a fall crop.
- Depth: Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep.
- Spacing: Space or thin plants to 12-18 inches apart.
- Light Requirement: Full Sun to Light Shade.
- Soil: Prefers fertile, well-draining soil.
- Harvest: Begin harvesting outer leaves when they reach a usable size, allowing the center to continue growing.
✅ Our seed packets
- Professionally designed and made.
- Resealable for convenient, long-term storage.
- Eco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic).
- Includes full, detailed growing instructions.
- Vigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates.
- Custom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us!
🚚 Shipping
- FREE SHIPPING on all orders of $35 or more.
- Flat Rate shipping no matter how many seeds you order.
- Tracking is included with every order.
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