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Organic 'White Russian' Kale

Name: Organic 'White Russian' Kale
Brand: Biologiquement vôtre
SKU: BIOV-SEMENCES
Price: 4.49 CAD
Availability: InStock

Common name White Russian Kale

Latin name 30 to 90 cm (12 to 36 in)

Quantity per packet Approximately 200 seeds

Organic White Russian Kale combines exceptional nutritional value with outstanding cold hardiness. Its tender leaves are equally delicious fresh or cooked and provide abundant harvests over a long season.

Product information

Product
identification

Common nameWhite Russian Kale

Latin name30 to 90 cm (12 to 36 in)

FamilyBrassicaceae

TypeVegetable

CycleAnnual

Quantity per packApproximately 200 seeds

Code produitBIOVO-0171

Product
description

Organic White Russian Kale (Brassica napus var. pabularia) is a very hardy annual variety valued for its large, tender, slightly cut blue-green leaves with bright white veins. Its decorative foliage brings texture, contrast, and freshness to the vegetable garden while providing generous harvests of nutritious greens. With excellent cold tolerance down to about -15°C (5°F), it is an outstanding choice for extending late-season harvests in Canada. After a few autumn frosts, its flavor becomes even sweeter, making this kale delicious both raw and cooked.

Easy to grow, Organic White Russian Kale can be sown from April through July, either directly outdoors or indoors a few weeks before the last frost. It prefers full sun and fertile, cool, well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Regular watering encourages tender leaf production, while mulch helps conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Plants reach about 30 to 90 cm (12 to 36 in) tall depending on conditions. Harvest begins 50 to 75 days after sowing by picking the outer leaves to stimulate regrowth.

In the garden, White Russian Kale fits beautifully into family vegetable gardens, edible borders, large containers, and kitchen garden plantings, where its pale, textured foliage adds strong ornamental presence. It pairs well with Beets, Celery, and Onions while providing flavorful leaves for salads, stir-fries, soups, steamed dishes, smoothies, and homemade kale chips. When allowed to go to seed, its yellow flowers attract some pollinators and allow seed saving. Hardy, decorative, and nourishing, it is ideal for organic gardens adapted to cool seasons.

Sowing
guide

Sowing periodApril to July

Best time

April to July

Sowing depth1 cm (3/8 in)

Germination temperature12 to 18 °C (54 to 64 °F)

Germination time5 to 10 days

Propagation

Propagated primarily by seed. Plants allowed to mature can produce viable seed for future harvests.

Growing
method

Direct sow outdoors as soon as the soil can be worked, or start seeds indoors a few weeks before the last frost. Cover the seeds with approximately 1 cm (3/8 in) of light soil and maintain consistent moisture during germination. This variety prefers full sun and fertile soil rich in organic matter. Thin seedlings to provide good air circulation and encourage vigorous leaf production. Water regularly during dry periods to maintain steady growth. White Russian Kale is especially valued for its exceptional cold tolerance and its ability to produce well into late autumn.

Soil
and care

ExposureFull sun

Soil

Rich, fertile, well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter produces the highest yields. Compost improves moisture retention while promoting vigorous growth.

Soil pHSlightly acidic to neutral

Watering

Keep the soil evenly moist to produce tender, flavorful leaves. Avoid excessive watering to prevent root problems.

Fertilization

Incorporate mature compost before sowing to supply nutrients for vigorous growth. A light nitrogen-rich organic fertilizer after the first harvests encourages continuous leaf production.

Care levelModerate

Water regularly to keep the soil cool and encourage continuous production of tender leaves. Remove older leaves throughout the season to improve air circulation. Apply compost if growth begins to slow, and mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Monitor for flea beetles and caterpillars, and harvest frequently for the highest-quality foliage.

Container
growing

Recommended pot size

30 to 40 cm (12 to 16 in)

Organic White Russian Kale grows exceptionally well in deep containers with excellent drainage. Use a compost-rich growing mix and place the container in full sun to encourage abundant foliage. This variety remains highly productive even as temperatures cool in autumn. Regular harvesting of the outer leaves extends production for many weeks.

Bloom,
harvest
and garden

This kale produces large, tender leaves with striking white veins and a mild flavor. Its exceptional cold tolerance allows harvests to continue long after the first autumn frosts.

Garden use

Organic White Russian Kale is ideal for family vegetable gardens, edible landscapes, and productive kitchen gardens. Its attractive foliage adds texture among vegetables and annual flowers while providing continuous harvests. Its exceptional cold hardiness makes it an excellent choice for gardeners who want to extend fresh harvests well into late autumn.

Bloom period

Yellow flowers appear mainly when plants are allowed to bolt. They attract pollinating insects and allow for seed production.

Flower colorYellow

Foliage colorBlue-green with white veins

Harvest

Harvest begins 50 to 75 days after sowing, depending on growing conditions. Pick outer leaves regularly to extend production until frost.

Fruiting

Not applicable

Wildlife appealPollinators

Size
and facts

Height30 to 90 cm (12 to 36 in)

Spread30 to 45 cm (12 to 18 in)

Growth rateFast

Minimum temperature-15°C (5°F)

Foliage typeDeciduous

Planting
partners

Good companions

Beetroot, celery, onion

Avoid planting with

Strawberry, climbing bean, tomato

Recipe
and inspiration

White Russian Kale is delicious in salads, stir-fries, soups, steamed dishes, and homemade kale chips. Its tender leaves have a milder flavor than many other kale varieties, making them enjoyable even when eaten raw. It also blends beautifully into green smoothies and nutritious juices. Harvests after a few light frosts become noticeably sweeter and more delicate.

Frequently asked questions

When should I sow Organic White Russian Kale in Canada? +

Sow from spring through midsummer for continuous harvests. Successive sowings provide fresh leaves throughout much of the growing season.

Why choose White Russian Kale? +

This variety is prized for its tender leaves, mild flavor, and outstanding cold hardiness. It continues producing well even as autumn temperatures decline.

Can White Russian Kale be grown in containers? +

Yes. It performs very well in deep containers filled with fertile soil. Consistent watering encourages vigorous growth and continuous harvests.

When should I harvest the leaves? +

Harvest begins about 50 to 75 days after sowing. Pick the outer leaves first to encourage continuous production of new foliage.

Can I save the seeds? +

Yes. This open-pollinated heirloom variety produces viable seed if plants are allowed to flower and mature.

The availability of our seeds varies depending on seasonal availability, production schedules and supplier inventory. Certain varieties may only be offered for a limited time based on their natural growth cycle, sowing period or available stock. These product pages are designed to help and inspire gardeners in choosing the right seeds for vegetable gardens, flower beds, pollinator gardens, container growing, naturalization projects and sustainable outdoor spaces.