Mid-early variety. Flat round tubers with showy blue-purple skin and celadon flesh.
Suitable for storing, delicious fresh. The best crop will be obtain sowing in summer and autumn.
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| Botanical name | Brassica oleracea convar. acephala var. gongylodes |
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| Average germination (%) | 90 |
| Germination (in days) | 7-14 |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Life cycle | Biennial |
| Plant use | Edible |
| Planting distance | 25 x 30 cm |
| Seeds per gram | 260 |
| Soil - Moisture | Moist but well-drained |
| Soil - Type | Rich |
| Sunlight - Exposure | Sun |
| Watering | Regular |
Direct sowing. Harvest of 65 to 80 days from planting.
Each fruit weighs about 140 to 200 grams. Rich in fiber, vitamins and minerals, high in antioxidants.