When to plant kale in Newman
- Sow in trays: mid Mar to mid JunNewman area, hot desert
- Move seedlings out: late Apr to late JulNewman area, hot desert
- Plant seedlings: late Apr to late JulNewman area, hot desert
Worked out from 30 years of climate records for Newman. 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.