Yes Kale will survive our moderate winters. They need to be well established so the roots can produce leaves. But, the number of leaves is very much reduced in winter.
I have purchased an electrical fence, but have not been able to use it. With all of the fires, I dare not use it, a spark could start a fire. My plan is to wait until all is very wet, then p
ut up a short line. I am hoping that peanut butter on the line will entice that big buck that scraped the cambium off my trees to have a big lick......and never come back for seconds.
No, my garden is about the size of yours. It is fenced by itself in side of the orchard. We had very hot weather and my tomatoes did not do very well. I have clay soil also. The other orchard area has been covered with chips for about five years, so the trees are doing well if the deer have not injured them. I want to plant a garden there but have not fenced in an area that will protect against the deer.
Winter is coming tomorrow. We have not had any rain yet, so we look forward to getting some. May have a soft freeze. Have a blessed Sabbath all!