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Ritak256

In Kenya, I used to make Sukuma Wiki, using kale. When I make it here in MA, the kale available doesn't look, nor tastes like, what I ate in Kenya. What type of kale is grown in Kenya, and can I get it (or the seeds) here? Will it grow in the MA climate (zone 6)? Please advise, and thanks in advance for your help.

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The kale I ate in Kenya was not curly leaf, rather, it was evenly smooth. It was a dark green and had long stems. I lived there from 1987-1990, so my memory is not a good as it was. If you could give me the latin name for the kale I am looking for, I can continue my search online. Thanks again!

Carrot Chomper

Mon, 04/01/2013 - 22:30

Dinosaur Kale is not curly leaf, maybe it is what you seek. If you do find out what variety it is and are having a hard time finding a seed source, try Seed Savers Exchange. BTW, I looked up Sukuma Wiki - it sounds delicious. I'll have to try it!

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