Description: Collard Greens (Brassica oleracea) Type: Open Pollinated, Cool Season USDA Zones: 3–12 Planting Method: From Transplant Sunlight: Full Sun Height: 32 Inches Color: Green Seeds per Ounce: 8,000 Overview: This hardy collard variety is perfect for both spring and summer harvests. Known for its frost tolerance and vigorous growth, it thrives in a variety of climates, making it a versatile addition to your garden. The plant produces large, dark green leaves with a mild, cabbage-like flavor that’s ideal for cooking, particularly in traditional Southern dishes. These collards are easy to grow and highly productive, providing nutrient-rich greens for many meals. Historical Background: Collard greens, a close relative of cabbage, likely originated in Asia Minor and the Mediterranean region. While historians debate whether it was introduced to Europe by the Romans or the Celts, it became a staple in Southern cuisine through the influence of African slaves in the United States. The vegetable was often cooked with scraps of meat, creating the distinctive Southern dish we know today. Collard greens hold significant cultural and culinary importance, especially in the American South. Features: Frost Tolerant: Excellent for cool weather growing. Vigorous Growth: Strong, fast-growing plants with high yields. Flavor: Mild, cabbage-like taste that’s perfect for cooked greens. Adaptability: Well-suited for spring and summer cultivation in most climates. Available Packaging & Pricing:Why Grow Collard Greens: Cold-Hardy: Tolerates frost, ideal for cooler growing seasons. Healthy & Nutritious: High in vitamins and minerals, great for hearty meals. Cultural Significance: A cornerstone of Southern cooking, deeply rooted in tradition. Abundant Harvest: High yield of large, tender leaves with minimal care.
Price: 1.89 USD
Location: Lakewood, New Jersey
End Time: 2025-01-16T19:38:56.000Z
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money back or replacement (buyer's choice)
Climate: Cool, Cold, Temperate
Common Name: Collard Greens
Color: Green
Indoor/Outdoor: Outdoor
Growth Habit: Clumping
USDA Hardiness Zone (°F): 3 (-40 to -30 °F)
Soil Type: Loam, Sand
Vegetable Type: Collard
Aspect: East-facing
Days to Harvest: 55-75
Brand: PowerGardens
Soil pH: Alkaline
Season of Interest: Spring, Fall, Autumn, Winter
Type: Vegetable Seeds
Life Cycle: Annual
Watering: Medium
Genus: Brassicales
Sunlight: Partial Shade, Full Sun
Foliage: Deciduous
Features: Edible
Cultivating Difficulty: Easy
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Species: Brassica oleracea
