Red Russian Kale (Borecole) Seeds – Hardy Winter Leaf Vegetable (UK)

Red Russian Kale, also known as Borecole, produces tender blue-green leaves with distinctive purple veins and a mild, slightly sweet flavour. Hardy and reliable, it’s ideal for UK gardens and allotments, providing nutritious leaves through autumn and winter.

Why Grow Red Russian Kale (Borecole)?

Tender leaves with attractive purple veining

Mild, sweet flavour

Hardy crop for autumn and winter harvesting

Excellent cut-and-come-again vegetable

Performs well in UK growing conditions

Ideal for salads when young or cooking when mature

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 salads

Flavour improves after light frost

Ideal for steaming, stir-fries, and soups

Product Details

Variety: Red Russian Kale (Borecole)

Plant type: Hardy annual vegetable

Leaf colour: Blue-green with purple veins

Approx. seed count: (200 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