Sea Kale Seeds for Planting - Vegetable Plant

Sea Kale is a perennial coastal vegetable plant grown for its broad blue-green foliage and clusters of small white flowers. The plant forms a clumping growth habit and produces edible leaves in suitable growing conditions during the growing season. It is well adapted to sandy and coastal environments and performs best in cool climates with well-drained soil and good air circulation. Sea Kale is commonly used in edible landscapes, coastal gardens, and perennial vegetable plantings.

Features

• Perennial coastal vegetable plant
• Produces broad blue-green edible leaves
• Bears small white flower clusters
• Suitable for sandy and coastal environments
• Forms clumping growth habit
• Adapted to cool temperate climates
• Suitable for edible gardens and landscapes

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Crambe maritima
• Common Name (US): Sea Kale
• Seed Type / Variety: For Planting
• Growth Habit: Perennial herbaceous plant
• USDA Zones: 4-8
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Spring to Summer
• Sowing Season: Spring
• Sowing Season With Specific Months: March-May
• Germination Time and Conditions: 14-30 days in cool, well-drained soil
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Sandy, gravelly, well-drained soil
• Watering Needs: Low to moderate watering; drought tolerant once established
• Mature Plant Size: 18-36 inches tall, 24-36 inches spread
• Plant Spacing: 24-30 inches apart