Kale Black Microgreen Seeds

Kale Black Microgreen Seeds

Untreated, open-pollinated Black Kale seed for commercial microgreen production. Black Kale, also known as Nero di Toscana, Lacinato or Tuscan Kale, produces fresh green cotyledons with slender pale green to whitish stems and a mild brassica flavour. Its clean appearance, versatile flavour and relatively short crop cycle make it a practical option for microgreen farms, market gardeners and growers supplying restaurants, retailers and fresh produce customers.

Black Kale microgreens are commonly harvested approximately 8–14 days after sowing, depending on the growing system, conditions and preferred harvest stage. The seed can be grown in standard production trays using soil, coir, hemp mats or another suitable microgreen medium.

Kale Black Microgreen Seed Details

Why Grow Black Kale Microgreens?

Growing Black Kale Microgreens for Commercial Harvest

Use approximately 15–20 g of seed per standard 10 × 20 inch tray as an initial trial range. Fine-tune the rate for your tray dimensions, medium, airflow and target harvest size. Aim for even coverage without dense piles of overlapping seed.

1. Prepare trays. Fill with an evenly moistened growing medium, or prepare your chosen growing mat according to the manufacturer’s directions.
2. Sow evenly. Distribute seed evenly across the surface. Pre-soaking is not normally required.
3. Cover for germination. Mist as needed, then cover or stack trays according to your production method.
4. Manage moisture. Keep the medium moist without leaving it waterlogged. Germination commonly takes approximately 3–5 days under suitable conditions.
5. Provide light and airflow. Uncover established seedlings and move trays into suitable natural or artificial light. Maintain good ventilation and monitor moisture closely.
6. Harvest cleanly. Cut above the growing medium when the crop reaches your preferred size, commonly around 8–14 days after sowing.

Flavour & Culinary Uses

Black Kale microgreens have a mild, fresh brassica flavour that is considerably more delicate than the flavour and texture of mature kale leaves. Their fresh green cotyledons and fine stems work well as a restrained garnish on plated dishes and as a fresh addition to salads, sandwiches, wraps and mixed microgreen packs.

Supply for Singapore and International Growers

Seedmart supplies microgreen seed to commercial growers, market gardeners and produce businesses. This product is available to customers in Singapore and may be supplied to other countries where shipping and import conditions allow. International order requirements vary by destination and quantity; contact us for bulk orders or export enquiries.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do Black Kale microgreens take to grow?

They are commonly harvested approximately 8–14 days after sowing. Timing depends on temperature, light, moisture, sowing density and the size required by your customers.

How much seed should I sow per tray?

Approximately 15–20 g per standard 10 × 20 inch tray is a practical starting range. Adjust the rate after trialling it in your own production system.

Does the seed need to be soaked?

No. Pre-soaking is not normally required for Black Kale microgreen seed.

What do Black Kale microgreens look like?

At the microgreen stage, Black Kale produces fresh green cotyledons on slender pale green to whitish stems. The dark blue-green colour and heavily textured leaves associated with mature Tuscan kale develop later as the plant grows.

Can I grow these microgreens without soil?

Yes. Suitable soilless media include coir and purpose-made hemp growing mats.

Is the seed treated?

No. This Black Kale seed is supplied untreated.

Do you supply growers outside Singapore?

Yes. Seedmart can supply eligible international destinations, subject to the destination country’s import requirements and the documentation needed for the order. Contact us with your country and required quantity so we can assess the available shipping pathway.