{"product_id":"kale-premier-500-non-gmo-heirloom-seeds","title":"Kale Premier 500 Non-GMO, Heirloom Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eUnlock exceptional productivity with \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(15, 123, 60);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKale Premier\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, a time-tested heirloom variety celebrated for its early maturity and outstanding performance across diverse growing conditions. Also known as Early Hanover Kale, this non-GMO selection produces abundant harvests of deep green, intensely flavorful leaves that excel both raw in salads and sandwiches or cooked in traditional preparations. What sets Kale Premier apart is its remarkable longevity—plants remain productive 3 to 4 weeks longer than competing varieties, extending your harvest window significantly. The slow-bolting nature makes it ideally suited to cooler climates, and fall seeding delivers superior results, with most gardeners successfully overwintering established plants for exceptional spring harvests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(13, 69, 26);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Rate: 91%. Test Date: 2\/26. TLM.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Kale Premier?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtended Harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remains productive 3–4 weeks longer than competing kale varieties.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEarly Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the earliest-maturing kale varieties available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlow-Bolting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for cooler climates; overwinters beautifully for exceptional spring harvests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNutritional Powerhouse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extremely high levels of antioxidants and beta carotene.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarket Grower Favorite:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reliable yields and premium quality for home and market gardens alike.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeirloom Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open-pollinated and passed down for at least 75 years — grows true year after year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips for Success\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nutrient-rich, well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0–7.5.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct sow in early spring or fall; or start indoors 4–6 weeks before last frost. Fall seeding recommended for best results.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Space plants 12–18 inches apart for full leaf development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil consistently moist; avoid waterlogging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a balanced fertilizer at planting; side-dress with nitrogen mid-season for vigorous leaf production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport:\u003c\/strong\u003e No staking required; plants are self-supporting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harvest outer leaves first to encourage continued production. Overwintered plants deliver exceptional spring harvests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose David's Garden Seeds®?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeteran-Owned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplying premium seeds since 2009.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGO TEXAN Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supporting local agriculture and communities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrity Pledge:\u003c\/strong\u003e We pledge to sell only non-GMO, open-pollinated seeds. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/pages\/safe-seed-integrity-pledge\" title=\"Safe Seed Integrity Pledge\"\u003eRead our Safe Seed Integrity Pledge\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegetable Seed License:\u003c\/strong\u003e All seeds sold under our standard Vegetable Seed License.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCooking Methods\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRaw\/Salads:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep green leaves are excellent fresh in salads, wraps, and sandwiches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSautéed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quick sauté with garlic and olive oil for a classic, nutritious side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoups \u0026amp; Stews:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hearty leaves hold up well during prolonged cooking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKale Chips:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crisps beautifully when oven-roasted or dehydrated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmoothies \u0026amp; Juicing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blends well with fruits and vegetables for a nutrient-dense drink.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStir-Fry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adds vibrant color, texture, and nutrition to any stir-fry dish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(250, 9, 9);\"\u003eOrder Kale Premier Today\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(250, 9, 9);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder today and grow your own fresh kale in your spring and fall gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNutritional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePer 1 cup (67g) raw Kale Premier:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalories: 33\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtein: 2.9g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarbohydrates: 6.7g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDietary Fiber: 1.3g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVitamin A: 206% DV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVitamin C: 134% DV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVitamin K: 684% DV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCalcium: 9% DV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIron: 6% DV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Disclosures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Growing results vary by region, climate, and gardener practice. 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