Kale , Thousand-headed 'French Broad Leaf' (Short-lived Perennial)

Brassica oleracea var napus, (Circa 1850's)  Hardy Short Lived Perennial - Similar to Cottagers Kale, Originally of French origin and often confused with the similar 'Cottagers Kale'. This winter leaf crop has been grown since the dawn of time, its extremely hardy and easy to grow in adverse conditions including poor soil, Ht: 3 to 4 ft. Branches along stems produce many smooth, dark green heads that once picked, will produce again, plus tender (winter picked) leaves. An unassuming, yet great-tasting vegetable with a pleasant taste when sautéed, steamed, or in soup & it's also a good source of vitamin A, potassium, & calcium, very hardy and sturdy., Seed Count Approx - 400+ avg 

 SOWING - Sow in the spring as soon as the ground can be worked for an autumn crop. Plant again in late July / Aug for a late winter harvest. For best results, loosen the soil with a fork, (no fertilizer) & smooth it with a rake. Gently & lightly fork soil over seed and keep moist, Extremely Hardy