When to plant kale in Tawonga South
- Sow in trays: mid Aug to early FebTawonga South area, temperate oceanic
- Move seedlings out: early Oct to mid MarTawonga South area, temperate oceanic
- Plant seedlings: early Oct to mid MarTawonga South area, temperate oceanic
Worked out from 30 years of climate records for Tawonga South. 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.