A widely grown and popular variety that does well under difficult conditions including hot weather and frost. The leaves are finely curled with light green mid-ribs. Slow to bolt and self-blanching, the plants are broad and can grow 10 inches tall and 24 inches wide. 75 days.

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WHEN TO PLANT: Spring or fall planting

DEPTH OF PLANTING: 1/4" deep

PLANTS APART IN ROWS (AFTER THINNING): 6" apart

DISTANCE BETWEEN ROWS: 12" apart

RAISED BED PLANTING GUIDE: After thinning, plants should be 6" apart throughout bed.

SOIL TYPE RECOMMENDED: composted, sandy soil

TUCSON PLANTING INFORMATION: Produces well throughout winter if protected from freeze damage. Excellent production even when soil cannot be deeply dug due to caliche or rocks. Plant leaf varieties August 20-April 1 and head varieties September 1 to February 15.