{"product_id":"mustard-florida-broadleaf-copy","title":"Ethiopian Kale - Brassica carinata","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(93, 140, 44);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eEthiopian Kale-\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cem\u003e Brassica carinata\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(93, 140, 44);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Easiest Leafy Green We Have Grown In Florida\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMove aside, kale – Ethiopian Kale is stealing the spotlight! This leafy green, also known as Brassica carinata, brings a unique twist to the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImagine kale's mildness combined with mustard's zest, creating a flavor that's truly distinct. But Ethiopian Kale isn't just about taste. It also attracts honey bees with its lovely flowers and holds potential as a bio-fuel source from its seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd here's the kicker – these plants are tough. They can handle warm Florida weather like a champ.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn fact, Ethiopian kale isn't actually a kale. It's more like a cousin of kale. It's actually a mustard but for some reason we call it Ethiopian Kale. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou might also find people calling this plant: \u003cspan\u003eAbyssinian cabbage, Abyssinian mustard, or African cabbage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you prefer delicate baby greens or hearty full-size leaves, Ethiopian Kale has you covered. Just blanch or stir-fry for extra tenderness and flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest part? You don't need a sprawling garden. Ethiopian Kale thrives in containers or raised beds, making it accessible to all. So why not let it add a dash of flavor and nutrition to your meals?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Plant Ethiopian Kale in Florida:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eNorth Florida: September - May\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCentral Florida: September - March\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSouth Florida: September- February\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhile Ethiopian kale will grow in warm weather (tolerant up to 95°F)  it still grows \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ebest \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003ein late fall to early spring. However, at the time of writing this it is the end of April in central Florida and we are still plucking new little young leaves off of our plants although They are a bit more bitter than they used to be,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting instructions for Ethiopian Kale in Florida\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEthiopian Kale can be directly sown into the garden or transplanted into the garden. If you are coming to the end of the planting window I would suggest planting transplants instead of seeds directly into the garden. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe seeds only need to be buried about a 1\/2 inch into the soil. when covering the seeds, make sure there is no large debris like bark pieces or rocks covering the seeds. They will pop up best with a light and fluffy covering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eYou can expect to see seeds germinate in 7 - 14 days.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen choosing a spot for your Ethiopian kale in the garden make sure that the location will get at least 4 hours of direct sunlight. If possible, morning sun and afternoon shade is ideal. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEnsure the seeds stay moist at all times. I would always suggest setting up an automatic drip irrigation system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCan Ethiopian Kale Grow In Containers?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEthiopian Kale thrives in containers, but don't skimp on depth – aim for at least 20 inches. Just remember, containers tend to dry out faster due to their larger surface area and less soil volume. Combat this by mulching generously on the soil's surface to retain moisture and prevent overheating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(93, 140, 44);\"\u003eHow To Fertilize Ethiopian Kale \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeafy greens like kale, lettuce, and spinach have a big appetite for nitrogen to fuel their leafy growth. Unlike fruit-bearing or root veggies, they don't need much phosphorus or potassium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen shopping for fertilizer, keep an eye on the first number in the NPK ratio – that's the nitrogen content. Opt for an organic fertilizer high in nitrogen, such as E.B. Stone Organics Blood Meal, to give your leafy greens the boost they crave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(93, 140, 44);\"\u003eCompanion Planting For Ethiopian Kale\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChamomile, dill, mint, rosemary, and sage are like best buds to Brassicas – they really hit it off! But steer clear of eggplants, peppers, potatoes, or tomatoes when choosing neighbors for your Brassicas. Their acidic soil preferences might stir up trouble for your leafy greens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(93, 140, 44);\"\u003eHarvesting Kale\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou can start harvesting 25 - 30 days after planting. We always harvest from the bottom up. This way you are taking the older leaves off of the plant. But you can certainly take away \u003cem\u003esome (not all) \u003c\/em\u003eof the younger tender leaves after your plant is a little larger and able to sustain itself. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"width: 100%; height: 117.563px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 66.0517%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003ePlanting Season\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33.5793%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eEarly Spring \u0026amp; Late Fall\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 66.0517%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003ePlanting Depth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33.5793%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e1\/4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 66.0517%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eDays to Germination\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33.5793%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e7-14\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 66.0517%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eDirect Sow or Transplant? \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33.5793%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eBoth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 66.0517%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003ePlant Spacing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33.5793%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e8 - 12\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 66.0517%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003eAprox. 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