Georgia southern collard green seeds - Vegetable Plant

Georgia Southern collard greens are a cool-season leafy vegetable variety known for their vigorous growth and large, non-heading leaves. This traditional variety produces broad, slightly crumpled blue-green foliage on upright stems and is valued for its adaptability to both warm and cool conditions. It grows well in temperate climates and performs best in full sun to partial shade with fertile, well-drained soil. Georgia Southern collards establish quickly and are suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and container planting, supporting continuous leaf harvesting throughout the season.

Features

• Upright plant with large, non-heading leafy growth
• Produces broad, slightly crumpled foliage
• Adaptable to both cool and warm growing conditions
• Suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and containers
• Supports repeated leaf harvesting

Specifications

• Scientific name: Brassica oleracea var. viridis
• Common name (US): Collard Greens
• Seed type / variety: Georgia Southern
• Growth habit: Upright, leafy plant
• USDA zones: 2–11 (grown as annual)
• Planting season: Early spring and late summer
• Growing season: Cool season
• Sowing Season: January to March, September to November
• Germination time and conditions: 3–10 days at 18–24°C
• Sunlight requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil requirements: Fertile, well-drained soil rich in organic matter
• Watering needs: Moderate, consistent moisture
• Mature plant size: 60–90 cm height, 45–60 cm spread
• Plant spacing: 30–45 cm between plants