Growing Kale, also Borecole

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19 Apr 14 ray (Australia - sub-tropical climate)
Hi my name is ray and im wondering is cavola nero kale a continous pick again plant.
18 May 15 Scottie (Australia - sub-tropical climate)
Hi Ray, Yes I do this with all kale varieties, picking the other leaves along a row, you get months out of it this way. its very hardy for most climates as gradient reflects 8 degrees to 30 degree soil temp. For the white cabbage moth I don't have as much trouble with it on kale as I do other cabbage family crops in Brisbane so I don't spread it. Those that like a simple boiled brew of chillies, garlic and a small amount of natural soap are a good way to keep pests off, there are lots of natural sprays online. Hope this helps Scottie Jason thanks for the plug too mate, glad the seeds are going well.
12 May 15 Jen (Australia - cool/mountain climate)
Hi Ray, Yes I have several plants some about a meter high, and I pick what is needed and they continue producing, I have even picked seeds and they still have leaves to pick for cooking. Very tough plant, but then we are in the cooler region....?>?
27 Apr 14 Laura (Australia - arid climate)
Hi Ray, Thats how I eat my Cavalo Nero. Last time I grew it was in pots in Auckland New Zealand. I kept same plants going for about 6 months + while picking outer leaves for my smoothies. I also grew dinosaur kale and harvested this way. Just planted some kale in my western QLD garden today from seedlings, will be very interested to see if it grows in the heat.
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