Kale, Premier
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Medium green foliage with leaves up to a foot long
Full Description
A high yielding variety, 'Premier' has medium green foliage with leaves up to a foot long. The plant is upright and compact, great for in-garden or container planting. GARDEN HINTS: For earlier harvest, sow seeds indoors in a sunny spot or under plant lights 6 to 8 weeks before outdoor planting date- this works for both the spring and fall! If purchasing plants in the fall, plant upon arrival and harvest before heavy frost hits. Avoid planting in garden area where cabbage family was grown the year before. Withstands light frost.
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Product properties
Days To Maturity The average number of days from when the plant is actively growing in the garden to the expected time of harvest.
55-65 days
Leaf Texture The typical height of this product at maturity.
Smooth
Sun The amount of sunlight this product needs daily in order to perform well in the garden. Full sun means 6 hours of direct sun per day; partial sun means 2-4 hours of direct sun per day; shade means little or no direct sun.
Full Sun
Spread The width of the plant at maturity.
12-15 inches
Height The typical height of this product at maturity.
12-15 inches
Sow Method This refers to whether the seed should be sown early indoors and the seedlings transplanted outside later, or if the seed should be sown directly in the garden at the recommended planting time.
Direct Sow/Indoor Sow
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Item 22676 cannot ship to: AA, AE, AK, AP, AS, CN, FM, GU, HI, MH, MP, PR, PW, VI
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Start Indoors Starting seeds indoors is called Indoor Sow or Indirect Sow and these dates are when to sow seeds indoors in the spring or summer
Transplant When to transplant bulbs or roots in the garden for spring
Start Outdoors Starting seeds outdoors is called Outdoor Sow or Direct Sow and these dates are when to sow seeds outdoors in the spring or summer
Start Indoors Fall Starting seeds indoors in the fall called Indoor Sow or Indirect Sow and these dates are when to sow seeds outdoors in the fall
Transplant Fall Transplant Fall-When to transplant bulbs or roots in the garden for fall
Start Outdoors Fall Starting seeds outdoors in the fall is called Outdoor Sow or Direct Sow and these dates are when to sow seeds outdoors in the fallFirst Date: Mar-21 - Last Date: May-02
First Date: Aug-06 - Last Date: Aug-20
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How to Sow and Plant
Kale may be direct sown for a spring and fall crop, or purchased as transplants for a fall crop.
Sowing Directly in the Garden:
- Sow in full sun in early spring and in midsummer for fall crop.
- In the Deep South, gulf, and pacific coast areas, sow from fall to early spring.
- Plant seeds evenly and thinly and cover with ¼ inch of soil.
- Firm lightly and water gently.
- Seedlings emerge in 10-21 days.
Planting from Transplants in Fall:
- Kale prefers rich, well-drained soil, and can tolerate some shade. Avoid areas where any member of the cabbage family grew the year before.
- Prepare the bed by turning the soil under to a depth of 8 inches. Level with a rake to remove clumps of grass and stones.
- Dig a hole for each plant large enough to amply accommodate the root ball. Space plants 1 – 1½ feet apart in rows 2 feet apart.
- Carefully remove the plant from its pot and gently loosen the root ball with your hands to encourage good root development.
- Place the top of the root ball even with the level of the surrounding soil. Fill with soil to the top of the root ball. Press soil down firmly with your hand.
- Thoroughly water and apply a light mulch layer on top of the soil (1-2 inches) to conserve water and reduce weeds.
How to Grow
- Keep weeds under control during the growing season. Weeds compete with plants for water, space and nutrients, so control them by either cultivating often or use a mulch to prevent their seeds from germinating. Avoid disturbing the soil around the plants when weeding.
- Keep plants well watered during dry periods to promote rapid, uninterrupted growth.
- Monitor for pests and diseases. Check with your local Cooperative Extension Service for pest controls recommended for your area. While small, floating row covers will help to keep pests at bay.
Harvest and Preserving Tips
- Harvest kale after first frost if you prefer a sweeter flavor.
- Pick the outer leaves as needed once they reach 6-8 inches long about 55-60 days after transplanting.
- Leave the central bud since it will grow new leaves.
- Store kale in an airtight bag in the refrigerator for 5-7 days. Wash when ready to use.
- Use kale as a substitute for lettuce, cooked cabbage and collards.
Days To Maturity
55-65 days
Leaf Texture
Smooth
Sun
Full Sun
Spread
12-15 inches
Height
12-15 inches
Sow Method
Direct Sow/Indoor Sow
Planting Time
Fall, Spring
Sow Time
2-4 weeks BLF
Thin
12 inches
Life Cycle
Annual
Kale, Premier is rated
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Rated 5 out of
5
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lflinnj from
Easy, hardy, versatile!
The variety of kale just rocks! I planted some plants in the fall of 2016. It settled in and produced nice foliage very quickly. The greens are less leathery than a lot of other kales. Here in NW NJ, it even wintered over! We were picking in the spring and I still have a few plants in the garden now in July. They are bolting, of course, but when that first started, we cooked the shoots like broccoli rabe. I've been cutting the tops to feed to our chickens and goats. They will be sad when I pull the plants this week. But this is a keeper. Will definitely plant again this fall!
Date published: 2017-07-10
Rated 3 out of
5
by
MGardenerann from
Leaves are prickly!
Easy to grow, but leaves are too prickly! Maybe the younger leaves were not?
Date published: 2017-07-04
Rated 4 out of
5
by
JessBirm from
Good growth!
I wanted to try a new kale variety. The plants Burpee sent were very healthy. Within the few weeks I started picking kale. While I only have 6 plants I am able to pick enough for dinner for my family of 5 twice a week...so it's a good producer. Taste is good and not at all bitter.
Date published: 2016-10-27
Rated 4 out of
5
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Vegetable Lover from
I can't wait
This is an unusual review, because I haven't tasted this new cultivar yet. The first frost is on the way, so it won't be long. I bought the six plants when they were on sale, and they are growing quickly and looking beautiful. I just know that I am going to be very pleased. Details later.
Date published: 2014-11-02