When to plant kale in Amata
- Sow in trays: mid Feb to early JulAmata area, hot desert
- Move seedlings out: late Mar to mid AugAmata area, hot desert
- Plant seedlings: late Mar to mid AugAmata area, hot desert
Worked out from 30 years of climate records for Amata. Microclimates vary: frost hollows and hills run later.
A tough leafy brassica that grows through Adelaide's autumn and winter and keeps producing for months. Pick lower leaves regularly and leave the top to keep growing. Cold weather sweetens the leaves; summer brings bolting and caterpillars.