A truly beautiful Italian heirloom that dates back to the early 1800s, Black Palm Tree cabbage is a loose-leafed variety that closely resembles kale. The heads sprout heavily savoyed leaves up to 24 inches in length that are deliciously flavored and work well raw or cooked in a variety of recipes. Very tolerant of cold temperatures, it can actually become more flavorful after enduring a frost. Although the leaves of the Black Palm Tree cabbage can reach 2 feet in length when mature, they can be harvested sooner if desired. Simply pull up from the bottom, rinse in a colander, and enjoy! Or store them in a cool place for later use (36 degrees Fahrenheit for up to a week). Black Palm Tree cabbage is wonderful cooked in soups and stews. Fresh from the garden in all its raw glory, it makes a fantastic salad too. It contains cancer-fighting antioxidants, is a good source of vitamin C, fiber, potassium, and numerous other nutrients, and it has the fewest calories and least fat of any vegetable. It's helpful as an anti-inflammatory, and is also known for being great for brain, bone, eye, eye, and skin health.
More Information| SKU | DL013814 |
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| Item Package Size | Packet |
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| Weight Of Seeds Per Packet | 0.06 oz |
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| Seeds Per Packet | approx. 385 seeds per packet |
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| Botanical Name | Brassica oleracea capitata |
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| How To Grow | Start indoors in cooler climates; direct sow possible in warmer climates |
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| Light Requirements | Full Sun, Half Sun / Half Shade |
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| Planting Depth | 1/4 inch |
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| Seed Spacing | 4-6 inches (seeds); 12-18 inches (transplants) |
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| Row Spacing | 18-36 inches |
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| Space After Thinning | 12-24 inches |
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| Days To Germinate | 5-17 days |
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| Days To Maturity | 60-75 |
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| Growth Rate | Medium |
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| Tolerates | Cold |
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| Seed Life Cycle | Annual |
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| Certifications | Heirloom |
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| Advantages | Good For Containers, Ornamental, Grow In Greenhouse, Edible, Grow With Children |
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| Additional Information | Landreth's Original, Introduced in 7000BC |
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| Ships As | Seed |
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| Ships To Canada | Yes |
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