Mars Landing kale is a nutrient-rich and visually captivating variety ideal for home gardeners and small-scale farmers. This open-pollinated kale produces deeply lobed, ruffled leaves in a vibrant blend of lavender, purple, and green tones. Cooler temperatures intensify its coloration, making it a standout in edible landscapes. With a mild, earthy flavor and tender texture, Mars Landing kale is excellent for salads, sauts, smoothies, and homemade kale chips.

The plant performs best in full sun and well-drained, fertile soil with consistent moisture. A cool-season crop, it is well suited to spring and fall plantings and can tolerate light frosts, which improve leaf flavor. Its upright growth habit and ornamental foliage make it a striking addition to both vegetable beds and decorative garden borders. Mars Landing kale is also appreciated for its extended harvest period and ability to reseed under favorable conditions.

Whether you’re growing for nutritional value, culinary versatility, or garden design, Mars Landing kale offers beauty and functionality in one dependable crop. Direct sow or transplant in early spring or late summer for best results. Harvest young leaves for tender greens or mature leaves for cooking.

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Kale Mars Landing Brassica oleracea

Did You Know?Kale is a powerful source of vitamins A, C, and K, along with calcium and antioxidants that support immune health and bone strength.

Soil Temperature:5075F
Planting Depth:1/2″
Germination:510 Days
Height At Maturity:12″24″
Days To Maturity:5565 Days
Sun/Shade:Full Sun to Partial Shade
Spacing After Thinning:12″18″