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Green Lance, Hybrid
Brassica oleracea
 Green Lance, Hybrid
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Seed #061 |
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Chinese kale is also known as kailaan or Chinese broccoli. A popular, vigorous hybrid, Green Lance has white flowers, green leaves and stalks. These are all delicious. Looks like a small, slender version of broccoli. Its ability to thrive in many different micro climates makes it a good choice for home gardeners. Matures about 10 days earlier than open pollinated varieties and is heat and cold tolerant.
- Cool season annual
- Approx. 200-350. seeds in packet. (A seed will vary in weight and size within a given seed lot. The number of seeds stated is only an estimate.)
- Maturity: Approx. 45-60 days
- Planting season: Late spring or late summer to early fall
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Cultivation: Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in spring after last frost or late summer/early fall in a sunny location. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Harvest main stalk when it reaches 8" tall and 2-3 flowers are open. After this is cut, the plant branches freely for an extended harvest. Mature plants can tolerate light frost.
Germination
Temperature |
Seed
Depth |
Seed
Spacing |
Thin
To |
Row
Distance |
| 65-75°F |
1/8-1/4" |
1-2" |
8-10" |
18-24" |
Please note: Maturity, adaptability and disease tolerance may differ under your specific climate and/or growing conditions.
Culinary tips: Used in stir-fries, soups, sukiyaki and tempura. Can be cooked like choy sum. Delicious steamed or boiled and served with oyster sauce.
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