Kale - Scarlet
Kale - Scarlet
Kale - Scarlet

Kale - Scarlet

€3,95

Seed·Brassica oleracea L.

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Description
A fairy-tale-like curly kale variety with a striking purple color and appetizing leaves.

This variety is renowned for its positive qualities such as its good taste, ease of cultivation, and frost resistance.

Scarlet can even withstand temperatures down to -18°C, which means it can be grown with great results in many parts of the country.

In addition to its enchanting appearance, the flavorful leaves are excellent for use in cooking.

Purple kale soup with a dollop of crème fraîche or a colorful salad with feta cheese and pomegranate are two wonderful examples of what this lovely variety can offer in terms of food.

Another fun tip is to use Scarlet to garnish dishes either as crispy chips or fresh for a softer texture. In addition to its fantastic taste, the variety is also incredibly decorative in borders and plantings.

It can be planted with other flowers and crops, but it also looks incredibly stylish on its own, such as in pots.

The beautiful purple curly leaves make Scarlet a lovely addition to any autumn bouquet. This variety contains lots of flavonoids that act as anti-inflammatory agents and help boost the immune system.

It is incredibly nutritious and rich in iron, minerals, vitamin C, vitamin A, and more.

In short, a nutritious beauty with many uses!
Care and cultivation advice

Sow indoors in seed soil from March to May in planting containers or pots. For best germination results, make sure to cover the sowing with transparent cover equipped with air holes, but it is also possible to sow without it. Make sure to lightly water the soil before sowing and then sprinkle some seeds. Before germination, the sowing should be placed at about 20 degrees and after germination as bright as possible and slightly cooler. Depending on how large the planting container is and how crowded the plants are, it may be necessary to transplant them. Then you can separate some plants if they are too close together and put them in their own planting containers or pots and transplant the new ones so that they have a little more space for their roots and can continue to develop.

The plants are then transplanted after being properly hardened off. The variety can also be directly sown in the planting location from April to June, but for best results, we recommend pre-cultivation. Use fiber cloth to protect the plants from pest insects. The variety thrives best in well-drained and nutritious soil, but can survive in most soil types.

The variety can be harvested from September to December, and it is best after a few frosty nights.

Delivery and shipping information

All orders received before 12:00 pm are shipped the same day. We send directly to your mailbox via UPS, DHL or Postnord and expect your delivery to arrive 3-6 days after we receive your order.

We carefully pack the seed bags in 100% plastic-free climate-compensated packaging. In addition, we also choose to climate-compensate all our deliveries. For 2024 we have chosen a project that is very close to our hearts - the Swedish forrest and its diversity - which we support through a project called Fightcotwo.

Free shipping seeds €39 and bulbs €69
Delivery to your mailbox within 3-6 days
Climate compensated deliveries
30-day open purchase
Kale - Scarlet

Kale - Scarlet

€3,95
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Why we started Florea

Florea grew out of a feeling that something was missing. We couldn’t find anyone online who truly inspired people to grow in a way that felt modern or relevant. It was either very technical or felt a little dated. To us, gardening has always been so much more: something emotional, creative and inspiring.

We wanted to show that gardening is about more than plants. It’s about the feeling of creating something yourself, the calm it brings and the positive effect it has on both body and mind. We felt that side of gardening wasn’t really being given the space it deserved.

What Florea stands for

In a world that keeps moving faster, where more is being automated and AI is always part of the conversation, we feel a strong need to hold on to what makes us human. Growing something yourself is a simple but powerful way to do that.

We often come back to our phrase “Fabrique moi même”, which to us means “created by me”. It captures the heart of what we believe: that the most meaningful things are often the ones you create yourself, even if they’re small or not quite perfect.

A family legacy since 1940

Florea was founded in 2020 by Erik Hoekstra, son of Johannes Hoekstra and grandson of Georg Hoekstra. The company is rooted in a family tradition where gardening and flowers have always been a natural part of life.

It all began with Georg, who grew up among the flower fields of Lisse in the Netherlands. After the Second World War, he began exporting flower bulbs to Scandinavia. Johannes later took over the business, and Erik grew up helping out in the family’s flower fields.

Through Florea, Erik wants to carry on his family’s love of gardening and help more people discover the joy of growing their own flowers, herbs and vegetables.

Frequently asked questions


It's completely fine to have questions, and none of them are silly. We've tried to answer most of them here. If there's anything else you're wondering about, don't hesitate to reach out via our chat or at hello@flo-rea.com.

Delivery and shipping

How much is shipping, and when is it free?

If you order seeds only, shipping costs €3.90. If you order bulbs or tubers, shipping costs €9.95.

Orders with seeds only ship free from €39. If your order includes bulbs or tubers, shipping is free from €69.

How does it work if I buy both seeds and bulbs?

If you buy seeds and bulbs together, shipping costs €9.95, or it's free on orders from €69.

How do your pre-orders work?

A pre-order means you order and pay for an item when you buy it, and we deliver it at a later date that we let you know about.

What happens if I buy an in-stock item and a pre-order item?

If you buy an item we have in stock together with a pre-order item, you get a choice at checkout. Either we send your whole order once the pre-order item is in stock, or for a small fee we send the in-stock items straight away and the pre-order item follows later.

When will my order arrive, and which days do you ship?

All orders placed before 12:00 on a weekday are shipped the same day. We also pack at weekends, but carriers only collect from our warehouse on weekdays. Delivery within the EU normally takes 3-6 working days. Seeds arrive in your mailbox via the local postal service, and other orders are delivered by DHL.

Can I change or cancel my order?

Get in touch as soon as possible with your order number. As long as the order hasn't been packed, we can change the delivery address, pickup point or shipping method, or cancel it completely. Once the order is packed it can unfortunately no longer be changed, but you can return the items within our 30-day return policy.

I didn't manage to collect my parcel. What happens now?

Parcels that aren't collected within the pickup point's time limit are sent back to us. Contact us with your order number and we'll help you get your order sent again.

The item is sold out. When will it be back?

Click "Notify me" on the product page and enter your email address, and you'll get an email as soon as the item is back in stock. Sold-out seeds usually come back in early December, just in time for the next season.

Guarantee, returns and complaints

What does your germination guarantee mean?

Quite simply, if a product you bought from us doesn't germinate, whether it's a seed, a tuber or a flower bulb, we'll give you either a new product for free or your money back. We don't need any proof, your word is enough.

A bulb or root was bad or didn't come up. What do I do?

Contact our customer service and you'll get a new product or your money back.

Can I return seeds and bulbs?

You always have a 30-day return policy with us. If you'd like to return your products, contact our customer service and we'll help you.

How do I contact customer service, and how quickly do you reply?

You can chat with us here on the website by clicking the chat icon in the bottom left corner, or email us at hello@flo-rea.com. The chat is open around the clock and can help with 80-90% of all questions. If it can't answer your question, a person will always reply within 24 hours.