Kale Red

Mild · Fresh · Colourful

Red Russian Kale microgreens are tender and delicate, combining a mild green flavour with beautifully coloured stems. Their subtle character makes them easy to use across everyday meals, while their natural red-purple tones add an attractive contrast to the plate.

Fresh, versatile and approachable, they are a lovely choice when you want both gentle flavour and visual interest.

Flavour

Mild · Fresh · Slightly earthy

Red Russian Kale has a gentle green flavour with subtle earthy and brassica notes. It is much milder than mature kale and does not have the pronounced heat found in radish or mustard microgreens.

Growing Level

Easy

Red Russian Kale is a beginner-friendly microgreen that grows reliably with consistent moisture, good airflow and adequate light.

Growing Time

Approximately 8–12 days

Growing conditions such as temperature, light, airflow and watering can influence development. Use the appearance and tenderness of your microgreens as your main guide when deciding when to harvest.

Soaking

No soaking required.

Seeds can be sown directly onto a thoroughly moistened growing mat.

Germination

After sowing, keep the seeds covered and in darkness during the initial germination period.

Once the seeds have germinated and the young shoots are established, uncover the tray and move it into light.

Watering

Keep the growing mat consistently moist without allowing it to become waterlogged.

Once the roots are established, bottom watering is preferable. Add water to the reservoir tray below and allow the growing mat to absorb moisture from underneath.

Good airflow and balanced moisture help encourage healthy, even growth.

Light

Once uncovered, place your Red Russian Kale microgreens in a bright location with good indirect natural light or beneath a suitable grow light.

Adequate light encourages compact growth and helps the young plants develop their characteristic colour.

When to Harvest

Red Russian Kale microgreens are generally ready when the stems are well developed and the cotyledons are fully open.

Harvest just above the growing mat using clean scissors or a clean, sharp blade.

Best With

Eggs · Salads · Sandwiches · Wraps · Bowls · Avocado · Fish · Soups

Their mild flavour makes them wonderfully versatile, while their coloured stems make them especially attractive as a fresh finishing green.

Storage

For the best quality, harvest only what you need whenever possible.

If storing harvested microgreens, make sure they are dry before placing them in a clean container in the refrigerator. Excess moisture can shorten their freshness.

Wash before eating and enjoy while fresh.

Good to Know

Red Russian Kale belongs to the Brassica family. Despite its name, the young microgreens are mild rather than strongly cabbage-like.

Fine white root hairs may appear around the roots during germination. These are a normal part of healthy root development and can sometimes be mistaken for mould.

Why Grow Red Russian Kale?

Red Russian Kale combines the everyday versatility of a mild microgreen with naturally beautiful colour. Its tender leaves and colourful stems make even simple dishes feel a little more considered.

Grow it. Cut it fresh. Add natural colour.