MONTHLY GROW BOXES: NOVEMBER
As Autumn deepens and daylight hours grow shorter, November is the perfect time to focus on cool season crops that thrive in the UK’s crisp, mild weather. This month’s Monthly Grow Box is packed with fast growing greens: Red Cabbage Microgreens, Baby Kale, and Pea Shoots, all chosen to bring colour, nutrition and freshness to your plate during the colder months.
Baby Kale is the quiet hero of the season. Tender, nutrient dense, and beautifully versatile, it’s one of the easiest and most rewarding greens to grow through Winter. Whether you’re new to gardening or simply looking to keep your hands in the soil during the off season, baby kale will keep you harvesting right through until Spring.
Baby Kale
Baby kale is a cool loving, hardy crop that thrives when other greens begin to fade. It germinates quickly, often within 7-10 days, and can be ready to harvest just a few weeks later. The young, tender leaves are milder and sweeter than mature kale, packed with vitamins A, C, and K, along with calcium and iron, making them a powerhouse addition to your Winter diet.
Kale’s versatility in the kitchen is part of what makes it so special. Baby leaves can be enjoyed raw in salads, blended into smoothies or lightly sautéed in olive oil with garlic for a simple, nourishing side dish. As the leaves mature, they develop a richer texture and flavour, perfect for roasting or adding to soups and stews.
Another bonus? Baby kale is low maintenance and cold tolerant, meaning it doesn’t mind a bit of frost, in fact, a touch of chill can make the leaves even sweeter. It’s also resilient enough to grow in containers, raised beds or small garden plots, or indoors on a colder windowsill, so it’s perfect for any space.
What’s Inside the November Grow Box
Every Monthly Grow Box comes with everything you need to grow from seed to harvest: high quality seeds, plant labels, and easy to follow guides. You can also choose to add our organic compost mix, biodegradable pots, and recycled plastic saucers ideal for getting your greens off to the best possible start.
Each month’s seeds are handpicked to suit the current UK climate, ensuring you’re always planting at the right time. You can purchase boxes as a one off or subscribe monthly or bi monthly for discounted prices and exclusive access to our Grow Line via WhatsApp for personal gardening support. Whether you choose a Small, Medium, or Large Grow Box, you’ll find everything tailored to your space and growing needs.
How to Plant Baby Kale
To plant baby kale, start by sowing your seeds directly into well prepared soil or pots filled with our quality compost. Scatter the seeds thinly, cover lightly with soil and water gently. Keep the compost moist but not waterlogged, and in about a week you’ll see the first bright green shoots emerge.
You can begin harvesting once the leaves reach around 10-15 cm in height. Snip the outer leaves regularly and allow the centre to keep growing for a continuous supply. For the freshest greens all season long, succession sow every two to three weeks, this ensures a steady harvest right through Winter.
Keep Growing with November’s Monthly Grow Box
There’s still time to grab your November Grow Box and fill your garden (or windowsill) with fresh, homegrown greens. With Baby Kale, Red Cabbage Microgreens, and Pea Shoots, you’ll enjoy fast growing, nutrient rich crops that keep the spirit of Summer alive through the darkest months. Head to our website to order your box today and keep your growing journey flourishing all Winter long.
Head to our website today to order your box or explore our individual seed kits. Let’s grow something amazing together this Autumn. Sign up to our Monthly News Letter to keep up to date on any special offers.
