When to plant kale in Gilberton
- Sow in trays: mid Mar to mid JunGilberton area, hot semi-arid
- Move seedlings out: late Apr to late JulGilberton area, hot semi-arid
- Plant seedlings: late Apr to late JulGilberton area, hot semi-arid
Worked out from 30 years of climate records for Gilberton. 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.