Centaurea cyanus

• Deep green, slightly scalloped leaves
• Used as baby greens or fully matured greens
• Container friendly

Medium green foliage with leaves up to a foot long

A high yielding variety, Premier has medium green foliage with leaves up to a foot long. The plant is upright and compact, great for in-garden or container planting.GARDEN HINTS: For earlier harvest, sow seeds indoors in a sunny spot or under plant lights 6 to 8 weeks before outdoor planting date- this works for both the spring and fall! If purchasing plants in the fall, plant upon arrival and harvest before heavy frost hits. Avoid planting in garden area where cabbage family was grown the year before. Withstands light frost.

55-65 days to maturity, full sun.

2g. of seed

• Harvest kale after first frost if you prefer a sweeter flavor.
• Pick the outer leaves as needed once they reach 6-8 inches long about 55-60 days after transplanting.
• Leave the central bud since it will grow new leaves.
• Store kale in an airtight bag in the refrigerator for 5-7 days. Wash when ready to use.
• Use kale as a substitute for lettuce, cooked cabbage and collards.