Brassica oleracea
Brassica oleracea
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This collard green variety forms a large, open head of leaves high in vitamins A, B1, B2, and C.
These collards are particularly valuable in the south for winter greens. Organic and nutrient-dense, Georgia Southern Collards provide essential vitamins to keep you healthy throughout the winter season.
Full Sun
8 - 12 Days
75 Days
12"+
10 - 24"
Average (1 - 2 in / week)
Characteristics: Attracts Butterflies, Moths, and Pollinators
Botanical Name: Brassica oleracea
Fill Weight (grams): 1.5
Flavor: Mild flavor improves with light frost.
Preparation Ideas: Put these leaves in a pot with enough water to cover them and add 1/2 cup of salt before letting them soak.
Plant Type: Vegetable
Plant Lifecycle: Annual
Approximate Seed Count: 400 - 500
Landscape Use: Edible Garden
Growing Season(s): Summer|Fall|Winter
Harvest/Bloom Season(s): Summer|Fall|Winter
Package Dimensions: 3.25 x 4.5"
You can start Georgia Southern Collards Greens seeds indoors 6 weeks before the last killing frost in the spring. Or you can sow 2 Georgia Southern Collards Greens seeds together every 4". Thin to 1 plant every 2' when seedlings are 2" tall.
Planting Depth: 0.25-0.5"
Seed Spacing: Sow Georgia Southern Collards Greens seeds roughly 2' apart, keeping rows approximately 3' apart.
Nutrient Care Instructions: Apply SUPERthrive once per week. Soak in solution of 1/4 tsp per gal for 15 min. or longer depending on size and type.
Save thinning of young plants to eat early as fresh, tender greens. A light frost improves the flavor of the collards and will not injure leaves.
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