Croup is also known as laryngotracheitis, a medical term that describes the inflammation of the trachea (windpipe) and larynx. Parainfluenza viruses are the typical root cause of the infection, but influenza (flu) and cold viruses may sometimes be responsible.
Harvest entire kale plants at 60 to 80 days after germination when they are full size and no longer growing larger. Gather the leaves of one kale plant upward and hold them in this position. Cut across the bottom of the plant, horizontally about 1 inch above ground level to harvest the entire plant for side dishes, main dishes, soups or stews. Place the plants in a container to transport them indoors for storage or use.
Kale is a dark green, leafy vegetable that is part of the cabbage family. In addition to dark green, kale is also available in a variety of other colors such as purple, white, and even pink. Although part of the cabbage family, kale does not grow in a tightly bound head, but on long, fibrous stalks that cascade out from the center of a bunch.