When to plant kale in Malpas-Trenton
- Sow in trays: early Apr to late MayMalpas-Trenton area, hot semi-arid
- Move seedlings out: mid May to early JulMalpas-Trenton area, hot semi-arid
- Plant seedlings: mid May to early JulMalpas-Trenton area, hot semi-arid
Worked out from 30 years of climate records for Malpas-Trenton. 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.