{"product_id":"georgia-southern-collard-greens-seeds","title":"Georgia Southern Collard Greens Seeds","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"271\" data-end=\"762\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeorgia Southern\u003c\/strong\u003e is a time-honored heirloom collard green valued for its tender leaves, mild flavor, and dependable garden performance. This classic Southern variety produces large, smooth, blue-green leaves with excellent texture and a less bitter taste than many collards. Well suited for cool-season growing, Georgia Southern thrives in spring and fall gardens and becomes even sweeter after light frost. It’s a staple for traditional Southern cooking as well as fresh, home-grown greens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"764\" data-end=\"767\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"769\" data-end=\"796\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"796\"\u003eSeed Packet Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"798\" data-end=\"869\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"798\" data-end=\"814\"\u003ePacket Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard home-garden seed packet (Approx. 500 seeds)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"871\" data-end=\"914\"\u003ePacked with care and shipped from Kentucky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"916\" data-end=\"919\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"921\" data-end=\"944\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"925\" data-end=\"944\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"946\" data-end=\"1094\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"946\" data-end=\"965\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"985\"\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"985\" data-end=\"988\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"988\" data-end=\"1000\"\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Georgia Southern Collard\u003cbr data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1028\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1028\" data-end=\"1042\"\u003eSeed Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open-pollinated heirloom\u003cbr data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1070\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1085\"\u003eLife Cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1099\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1101\" data-end=\"1123\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1105\" data-end=\"1123\"\u003eWhat to Expect\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1125\" data-end=\"1464\"\u003eGeorgia Southern collards grow into upright, productive plants with large, smooth leaves that are easy to harvest. The leaves are tender when young and develop a rich, mild flavor as they mature. This variety is known for its cold tolerance and steady growth, making it an excellent choice for extended harvests throughout the cool season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1469\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1471\" data-end=\"1493\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1475\" data-end=\"1493\"\u003eGrowing Basics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1495\" data-end=\"1817\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1495\" data-end=\"1503\"\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003cbr data-start=\"1529\" data-end=\"1532\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1549\"\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24–36 inches\u003cbr data-start=\"1562\" data-end=\"1565\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1565\" data-end=\"1580\"\u003eSow Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct sow or transplant recommended\u003cbr data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1620\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1620\" data-end=\"1634\"\u003eSow Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e ¼–½ inch\u003cbr data-start=\"1643\" data-end=\"1646\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1646\" data-end=\"1664\"\u003ePlant Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18–24 inches\u003cbr data-start=\"1677\" data-end=\"1680\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1696\"\u003eRow Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 3 feet\u003cbr data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"1712\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1712\" data-end=\"1733\"\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 70–75 days\u003cbr data-start=\"1758\" data-end=\"1761\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1761\" data-end=\"1784\"\u003eGrowing Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cool-season crop, frost tolerant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1819\" data-end=\"1822\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1824\" data-end=\"1861\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1861\"\u003eGrowing Guide: Collard Greens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1863\" data-end=\"1880\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1868\" data-end=\"1880\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1882\" data-end=\"2108\"\u003eCollard greens are hardy leafy vegetables prized for their nutrient-dense leaves and tolerance to cool temperatures. They grow best in mild conditions and can be harvested continuously by picking outer leaves as plants mature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"2110\" data-end=\"2134\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2115\" data-end=\"2134\"\u003eBefore Planting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2136\" data-end=\"2330\"\u003ePrepare fertile, well-drained soil enriched with compost or organic matter. Collards prefer soil with consistent moisture and grow best in cooler weather. A soil pH between 6.0 and 7.5 is ideal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"2332\" data-end=\"2349\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2337\" data-end=\"2349\"\u003ePlanting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2351\" data-end=\"2585\"\u003eSow seeds directly outdoors as soon as soil can be worked in spring, or plant again in late summer for fall harvests. Seeds can also be started indoors 3–4 weeks before transplanting. Thin seedlings to proper spacing once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"2587\" data-end=\"2604\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2592\" data-end=\"2604\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2606\" data-end=\"2750\"\u003eWater regularly to keep soil evenly moist, especially during dry periods. Mulching helps retain moisture and keeps soil temperatures consistent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"2752\" data-end=\"2772\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2757\" data-end=\"2772\"\u003eFertilizing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2774\" data-end=\"2930\"\u003eCollards are heavy feeders. Incorporate compost before planting and apply a balanced fertilizer during the growing season to support steady leaf production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"2932\" data-end=\"2957\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2937\" data-end=\"2957\"\u003eDays to Maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2959\" data-end=\"3093\"\u003eGeorgia Southern collards are typically ready for harvest in about 70–75 days, though leaves can be harvested earlier for baby greens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"3095\" data-end=\"3114\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3100\" data-end=\"3114\"\u003eHarvesting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3116\" data-end=\"3261\"\u003eHarvest outer leaves first, allowing the inner leaves to continue growing. 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