60-70 days.
Brassica oleracea var. acephalla.
The premier variety of curled kale, Vates Blue Scotch is a tenacious cold-weather favorite known to thrive in partial shade, cool springs, and can even withstand several inches of snow after the hard autumn frost.
Although curled kale can withstand freezing gardens, Vates Blue Scotch is still sensitive to heat and will bolt to seed in the summer warmth
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Latin Name: Brassica oleracea var. acephalla
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Days to Maturity: 55-70
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Days to Germination: 3-10
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Seeding Depth: 1/2"
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Plant Spacing: 12-18"
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Row Spacing: 24"
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Plant Height: 12-18"
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Growth Habit: Leafy upright
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Soil Preference: Nitrogen-rich, loamy, well-drained
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Temperature Preference: 45-70 °F
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Light Preference: Full sun - partial shade
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Vates Blue Scotch Curled Color: Light green, nearly white skin and flesh
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Vates Blue Scotch Curled Flavor: Mildy sweet, similar to broccoli stems
