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Kale
Kale is a traditionally fall/winter plant, meaning it can grow in (and actually prefers!) colder temperatures. Kale, with a 94% germination rate, will thrive at 60-65ºF, so keeping it at a window is ideal.
Plant 1-2 seeds per section, barely covered with potting mix.
The kale should germinate in 5-10 days. If more than one seed per section germinates, then remove the smaller sprout.
Transplant the seedlings into large pots, where it will continue to grow until the plants are 60 days old.
At the 60 day mark, you can begin harvesting by clipping mature leaves while leaving the main stalk intact.
Along with cooler temperatures, kale needs lots of sunlight and consistently moist soil.
Container recommendation: kale can grow to be very big, so make sure you transplant into a large planter with several drainage holes on the bottom, along with a dish to catch excess water.