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.
How to Harvest Kale. Learning how to pick kale for your needs allows it to be used fresh. You may use the baby kale harvest for leaves in a few salads. Harvesting kale for use in soups, stews and mixed greens that are cooked allows use of the larger leaves.Harvesting kale may include taking a few tender inner leaves or removing the entire bunch by cutting at the roots. Using as a garnish may take a large or small part of the kale harvest. Advertisement.arvesting kale for use in soups, stews and mixed greens that are cooked allows use of the larger leaves. Harvesting kale may include taking a few tender inner leaves or removing the entire bunch by cutting at the roots. Using as a garnish may take a large or small part of the kale harvest. Advertisement.