{"product_id":"lacinato-kale","title":"Lacinato Kale","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"928\" data-start=\"416\"\u003eLacinato Kale is a much-loved Italian heirloom known for its striking blue-green, deeply textured leaves and exceptional sweet, earthy flavour. Also called dinosaur kale or Tuscan kale, it produces long, firm leaves that are ideal in raw salads, soups, pastas and stir fries. Its upright growth makes for easy harvesting, and the plants are both vigorous and resilient. This variety holds up well in colder weather and can be harvested well into the winter in temperate coastal gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1186\" data-start=\"930\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"967\" data-start=\"930\"\u003eWhere Can You Grow Lacinato Kale?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"970\" data-start=\"967\"\u003eLacinato Kale thrives in Zones 3-9 and prefers full sun and well-drained, fertile soil. It grows well in garden beds and containers and can be succession planted for a continual harvest throughout the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1568\" data-start=\"1188\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1219\" data-start=\"1188\"\u003eHistory and Historical Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1222\" data-start=\"1219\"\u003eOriginating from Italy, Lacinato has been cultivated for centuries in home and market gardens. It is a traditional staple of Italian cuisine, featuring prominently in dishes like ribollita and minestrone. Its popularity has spread globally due to its texture, flavour, and hardiness, making it one of the most commonly grown kale varieties today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1865\" data-start=\"1570\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1599\" data-start=\"1570\"\u003eCanadian Zone Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1602\" data-start=\"1599\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1616\" data-start=\"1602\"\u003eZones 8-9:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct sow in early spring or late summer for fall and winter harvest.\u003cbr data-end=\"1690\" data-start=\"1687\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1704\" data-start=\"1690\"\u003eZones 5-7:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow outdoors in spring and again in late summer for a second crop.\u003cbr data-end=\"1774\" data-start=\"1771\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1788\" data-start=\"1774\"\u003eZones 3-4:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start seeds indoors and transplant after frost; mulch well for fall harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1865\" data-start=\"1570\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/7841\/5473\/files\/Plant_Hardiness.png?v=1734491528\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2263\" data-start=\"1867\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1908\" data-start=\"1867\"\u003eHow to Grow and Harvest Lacinato Kale\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2263\" data-start=\"1867\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1924\" data-start=\"1911\"\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds 1cm (½in) deep and thin to 30cm (12in) apart once established.\u003cbr data-end=\"2000\" data-start=\"1997\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2013\" data-start=\"2000\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil moist but not soggy; mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.\u003cbr data-end=\"2092\" data-start=\"2089\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2107\" data-start=\"2092\"\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harvest outer leaves as needed, allowing the plant to continue producing.\u003cbr data-end=\"2184\" data-start=\"2181\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2200\" data-start=\"2184\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove yellowing leaves and check for aphids or cabbage moths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2689\" data-start=\"2265\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2303\" data-start=\"2265\"\u003eSeed Saving Tips for Future Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2689\" data-start=\"2265\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2328\" data-start=\"2306\"\u003eOverwinter Plants:\u003c\/strong\u003e In mild climates, leave plants in the ground to flower the next year.\u003cbr data-end=\"2401\" data-start=\"2398\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2423\" data-start=\"2401\"\u003eIsolate Varieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e If saving multiple kale varieties, isolate by 800m (½ mile) to prevent cross-pollination.\u003cbr data-end=\"2516\" data-start=\"2513\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2534\" data-start=\"2516\"\u003eHarvest Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow pods to dry on the plant, then collect and thresh.\u003cbr data-end=\"2594\" data-start=\"2591\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2604\" data-start=\"2594\"\u003eStore:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean and store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. 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