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tropic_of_chesapeake

Sowing Ornamental Kale for Fall/Winter

tropic_of_chesapeake
18 years ago

Has anyone in Zone 7 grown Ornamental Cabbage or Kale from seed? I want to plant early enough for full effect in Mid-October through December. (But not so early it bolts) When is the best time?

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