Vegetables
Beginner
Annual/biennial crop
Lacinato Kale (Dinosaur Kale)
Brassica oleracea var. palmifolia
About Plant: Lacinato Kale (Dinosaur Kale)
Also called dinosaur kale, this Italian type makes long deeply textured blue-green leaves with excellent cold-season flavor.
Growing Profile
SunlightFull Sun to Part Shade
WaterRegular moisture
SoilRich, well-drained (6.0–7.5)
Spacing6–18 inches
Height8–30 inches
Time to Harvest55-75
Planting Depth1/4–1/2 inch
Germination Time5–14 days
Expert Growing Tips
Cool weather produces the best tender growth; harvest outer leaves often while leaving the center growing point intact.