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Kale ‘Nero di Toscana’ Seeds – Italian Black Kale (UK)
Kale ‘Nero di Toscana’ Seeds – Italian Black Kale (UK)
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Kale ‘Nero di Toscana’, also known as Tuscan or Black Kale, produces long, dark green, deeply textured leaves with excellent flavour. Hardy and reliable, it’s ideal for UK gardens and allotments, providing nutritious leaves through autumn and winter.
Why Grow Kale ‘Nero di Toscana’?
Dark green, textured leaves with excellent flavour
Traditional Italian kale variety
Hardy crop for autumn and winter harvesting
Excellent cut-and-come-again vegetable
Performs well in UK conditions
Ideal for soups, stews, and sautéing
How to Sow Kale Seeds (UK Guide)
Sowing time: March–June
Where: Seed trays under cover or direct sow outdoors
Seed depth: 1cm
Germination: 7–14 days
Transplant seedlings once established
Growing Instructions
Grow in full sun or light partial shade
Prefers fertile, well-drained soil
Space plants approximately 45–60cm apart
Water regularly during dry periods
Harvest leaves regularly to encourage new growth
Harvesting & Use
Harvest period: Autumn through winter
Pick young leaves for best texture
Flavour improves after light frost
Ideal for Italian dishes, soups, and sautés
Product Details
Variety: Kale ‘Nero di Toscana’
Plant type: Hardy annual vegetable
Leaf colour: Dark green
Approx. seed count: (300 seeds)
Growing location: Gardens, allotments, veg beds
Difficulty level: Easy
Suitable for: UK growing conditions
Why Buy from Curriott Hill Nursery
Seeds selected for reliable UK performance
Small-batch, quality-focused nursery
Fast UK dispatch
Suitable for beginner and experienced growers
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For Seeds
If you are unhappy with your purchase, we will accept returns up to 14 days from purchase.
Refunds will be issued once the item has been received by us, in its original packaging.
Buyer pays for return postage
For Fresh Microgreens
If your Microgreens do not arrive in Perfect Condition with 48 hours of dispatch we will refund all orders.
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