Red Russian Kale

One of the more decorative kales, Red Russian is a medium-tall heirloom that is usually grown as a biennial. The leaves grow is a loose rosette and are dark green with purple veins. The stems are a burgundy that grows deeper after a frost. Frost also makes the leaves sweeter. Overall Russian Red is a great addition to any fall and winter garden. What’s more, it’s as nutritious as it is beautiful—kale is one of the most vitamin-rich vegetables you can eat.

Common Questions

Can Red Russian kale be grown over winter? YES! Red Russian kale is very hardy will survive to -18c! So more than capable of withstanding a cold British winter, in fact out of all the Kale it's one of the better varieties to grow over winter as the flavour improves after frost.