Brassica oleracea Genetic grex of perennial kales selected in Oregon for diversity, regrowth, and resilience; excellent for low-input PNW perennial beds. 12 seeds per pack.

From Chris Homanics, Oregon-based plant breeder who developed this kale grex: "Perfect for the homesteader, the space-intensive gardener, permaculture food foresters, and market farmers alike! Grow kale as a perennial vegetable. These plants are literal bushes with many branches that grow an abundance of delicious greens throughout the year. Every plant is unique. A huge diversity of leaf shapes and colors. From long and thin to ruffled, smooth, flat, or wide. An array of colors — light green, red, dark purple, solid green, and more. After cold spells, some plants will even reveal a beautiful colorful variegation of pink or white in their leaves!

When to plant: Start indoors February–March or direct sow April–August.
How to plant: Indoor start or direct seed.
Seed depth: ¼ inch
Spacing: 18–24 inches
Notes: Extremely cold-tolerant and well suited to PNW fall and winter harvests.