When is the best time to sow kale?

Kale sowing time

Kale is a herbaceous plant of the cruciferous family, Brassica, and can be planted once a year. Kale is not cold-resistant and prefers to grow in a warm environment. It is usually sown in February or March each year, in the afternoon, when the temperature is suitable for the growth of Kale.

How to sow kale

1. Land preparation and fertilization

   When sowing kale, you need to pay attention to fertilization. For planting, you need to choose a soil environment that retains fertilizer and water, and carefully prepare the land. Base fertilizer needs to be applied to each acre of land, turned into the soil and mixed evenly.

2. Planting method

   When sowing kale, after determining the sowing time, it is necessary to water it in the afternoon of the day before sowing. This is conducive to digging the seedlings the next day, transporting the seedlings to the planting place, and planting them at a certain distance.

Key points and techniques for growing kale

1. Watering and fertilizing: When planting kale, it needs to be watered according to the humidity conditions at the time. Watering should be properly controlled during the growth period. The number of watering should be increased during the formation period, and fertilizer should be applied regularly.

2. Disease and pest control: When planting kale, disease and pest control is necessary. The method of prevention and control requires the selection of disease-resistant varieties, timely removal of diseased seedlings, and timely spraying of fungicides when diseases are found.