Collards Vates is a dependable heirloom variety with dark blue-green leaves, early maturity, and excellent cold tolerance. Ready in approximately 75 days, Vates performs well in spring and summer gardens and can keep producing through the first frost. Plant it when you want generous, nutritious collard greens with a classic Southern flavor and reliable garden performance.

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Why Choose Collards Vates?

• Early harvest: Reaches maturity in approximately 75 days, helping you enjoy fresh greens sooner.
• Frost resistant: Continues producing as temperatures cool and can be harvested through the first frost.
• Dark blue-green leaves: Delivers the rich color, texture, and flavor gardeners expect from traditional collards.
• Versatile planting: Suitable for spring, summer, and fall growing in many home gardens.
• Heirloom quality: A time-tested open-pollinated variety for dependable home harvests.

Planting Tips for Success

• Choose a location with full sun and fertile, well-drained soil.
• For spring crops, sow as soon as the soil can be worked. For fall crops, sow in midsummer so plants mature in cooler weather.
• Plant seeds about 1/4 inch deep and keep the soil evenly moist until seedlings emerge.
• Thin or transplant seedlings to about 18 inches apart to give each plant room for broad leaves and strong growth.
• Water consistently, especially during hot or dry weather, without leaving the soil waterlogged.
• Mix compost into the planting bed and feed with a balanced vegetable fertilizer during active growth. Side-dress if plants become pale or growth slows.
• Apply mulch to conserve moisture, moderate soil temperature, and keep harvested leaves clean.
• Check regularly for cabbage worms, aphids, and other brassica pests. Row cover can help protect young plants.
• Harvest outer leaves as needed, or cut the plant near the base once it reaches a useful size. Pick after a light frost for sweeter flavor.

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Cooking Methods

Wash collard leaves well, remove the thick center ribs, and slice or chop before cooking. Braise slowly with onion, garlic, broth, or smoked seasonings for classic Southern collards, or sauté with olive oil and red pepper flakes for a quick side dish. Large leaves can be used as wraps, while smaller leaves work well in soups, stews, grain bowls, and salads. For crisp collard chips, coat leaves lightly with oil and bake until tender and crisp.

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Nutritional Information

Approximate nutrition for 1 cup of cooked, chopped collard greens made from harvested leaves. Values vary with preparation and serving size.

• Calories: 63
• Protein: 5.2 g
• Total Fat: 1.4 g
• Total Carbohydrate: 10.7 g
• Dietary Fiber: 7.6 g
• Calcium: 268 mg (21% Daily Value)
• Iron: 2.2 mg (12% Daily Value)
• Vitamin C: 34.6 mg (38% Daily Value)
• Vitamin K: 772.5 mcg (644% Daily Value)
• Folate: 177 mcg DFE (44% Daily Value)

Important Disclosures

• Variety Disclaimer: Results depend on growing conditions, soil, weather, care, and harvest timing. Descriptions of plant traits are provided as general growing guidance.
• Seed Storage: Store unused seed in a cool, dry, dark place in a tightly closed container. Seed longevity depends on storage conditions.
• Planting Zones: Planting dates vary by location. Use your local frost dates and regional growing guidance to choose the best sowing window.

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