When to plant kale in Noarlunga Downs
- Sow in trays: mid Jan to late AugNoarlunga Downs area, Mediterranean
- Move seedlings out: late Feb to early OctNoarlunga Downs area, Mediterranean
- Plant seedlings: late Feb to early OctNoarlunga Downs area, Mediterranean
Worked out from 30 years of climate records for Noarlunga Downs. 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.