Re: kale conclusions
Kale's probably not the best choice for Southern California. You should
be able to grow the more delicate greens like lettuce, escarole and
raddichio all winter, as well as any member of the cabbage family.
(I'm spending the week in Long Beach next week.)
Steve (Maritime...)
Austin Deaton wrote:
>
> Okay, I'm new to gardening and will find my zone, but for now, I can
> tell you that I live in Southern California. Does this mean, since we
> never get freezes that I shouldn't grow kale, because it needs the
> freeze to taste good?
>
> If I post this wrong again, could someone please tell me the proper way
> or direct me to where I can find out how to post messages?
>
> Take care, Arah
>
> "Grem, Beth A" wrote:
> >
> > Hi all,
> >
> > So the consensus seems to be to wait a bit before planting my kale seeds
> > here in southern MD. What I'm going to do is wait till next month to direct
> > seed and start some seeds in flats. I did know to wait for a couple of
> > frosts before picking. As I said, I ate it last year and really liked it.
> > I will admit that my roommate cooked it, not me, and I know she used fatback
> > (ham), a little water, and plenty of garlic and sort of steamed it. I'll
> > get the exact recipe and post tomorrow. I tried collards, but found them
> > too strong tasting. I'm also going to try a couple ornamental kale plants
> > cause I think they're cool looking.
> > I'll let you know what happens.
> >
> > Beth (MD zone 7)
