Collards

COLLARD GREENS (Brassica oleracea var. viridis)

Transplant | Late April | Annual

Collard greens are a classic garden staple prized for their large, smooth leaves and rich, earthy flavor. These vigorous plants produce broad blue-green foliage that grows upright and abundantly, providing continuous harvests throughout the growing season.

Known for their tender texture and mild cabbage-like flavor, collards are delicious sautéed, braised, or added to soups and stews. Young leaves can also be enjoyed fresh in salads or used as nutritious wraps.

Highly resilient and easy to grow, collard greens thrive in cool weather and reward gardeners with weeks of nutritious harvests.

Growing Details

Harvest: Harvest outer leaves regularly for continuous production
Plant Spacing: 2 ft
Sun: Full sun to partial sun
Cold Tolerance: Frost hardy and thrives in cool spring temperatures

Garden Companions

Best planted with:
Beets, carrots, onions, garlic, dill

Benefits:
Companion crops attract beneficial insects and help support a balanced garden ecosystem while improving overall plant vigor.

Avoid planting near:
Other brassicas to reduce shared pest pressure and nutrient competition.

🐛 Worm Protection — Cabbage Moth Decoy Included

How it Works
Cabbage moths avoid plants that appear “occupied.” The decoy discourages egg-laying and helps reduce cabbage worm damage — a simple, chemical-free way to protect your brassicas.

💡 Homegrown Gardens Tip
Place the decoy near the plant canopy when transplanting to confuse cabbage moths before they begin laying eggs.

Pro Growing Tips

• Harvest outer leaves frequently to encourage new growth
• Flavor improves after cool weather or light frost
• Provide consistent moisture for tender leaves
• Excellent for raised beds, kitchen gardens, and container growing

Health Highlights

Nutrient-dense leafy green
Collard greens are rich in vitamins A, C, and K along with important minerals.

Supports heart health
High fiber helps support healthy cholesterol levels.

Bone-strengthening nutrients
Excellent source of vitamin K and calcium for bone health.

Pre-order now for hardy, nutrient-rich transplants timed perfectly for early spring planting.