{"product_id":"collards-georgia-southern-500-non-gmo-heirloom-seeds","title":"Collards Georgia Southern 500 Non-GMO, Heirloom Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(8, 110, 28);\"\u003eCollards Georgia Southern\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a time-tested Southern heirloom celebrated for substantial, nutrient-rich blue-green leaves and authentic garden flavor. This productive, non-heading variety handles heat, humidity, and cool snaps well, helping extend the harvest window. The large, crinkled leaves become tender and mildly sweet when cooked, making them a dependable choice for spring and fall gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: rgb(7, 74, 13);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Rate: 85%. Test Date: 12\/25. WILL.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: rgb(7, 74, 13);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexas Minimum Germination Rate: 80%\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Collards Georgia Southern\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest large, crinkled blue-green leaves with a tender texture when cooked.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrow a productive, non-heading variety that provides repeated leaf harvests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnjoy mild sweetness that develops as the leaves mature and cool weather arrives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrow an heirloom, open-pollinated variety suitable for seed-saving projects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtend your growing season with a variety that tolerates heat, humidity, and cool snaps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips for Success\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant in full sun to partial shade in fertile, well-drained soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor a spring crop, start seeds indoors several weeks before the last frost or sow directly when the soil can be worked. For a fall crop, sow in midsummer so plants mature as temperatures cool.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover seeds lightly and keep the seedbed evenly moist during germination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace plants so broad leaves have room to develop and air can circulate around the foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeed with compost or a balanced fertilizer during active growth. Steady fertility supports vigorous leaf production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly and mulch around plants to maintain even moisture and moderate soil temperature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest outer leaves when they reach a useful size, leaving the growing center intact for continued production. Light frost can improve flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose David’s Garden Seeds®?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeteran-Owned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplying premium seeds since 2009.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGO TEXAN Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supporting local agriculture and communities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrity Pledge:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds has taken the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/pages\/safe-seed-integrity-pledge\"\u003eSeed Integrity Pledge\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Customer Service:\u003c\/strong\u003e David answers all customer service questions. Usually within a few minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegetable Seed License:\u003c\/strong\u003e Licensed for the sale of vegetable seed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCooking Methods\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSouthern-Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Simmer washed leaves with onion, garlic, broth, and seasonings until tender.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSautéed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slice leaves and cook with olive oil, garlic, and a splash of vinegar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteamed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steam leaves until tender, then season with lemon juice, pepper, and a little salt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRaw:\u003c\/strong\u003e Massage young leaves with dressing for hearty salads and slaws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWrapped:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use blanched leaves as sturdy wraps for grains, vegetables, or seasoned fillings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(248, 9, 9);\"\u003eOrder Collards Georgia Southern Seeds Today\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(238, 32, 32);\"\u003eGrow tender, flavorful collard greens for spring and fall harvests, hearty meals, salads, and wraps.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNutritional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eApplies to harvested collard greens, not planting seeds. Approximate values per 1 cup (36 g) raw chopped collards.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalories:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Fat:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.2 g, 0% Daily Value\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSodium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14 mg, 1% Daily Value\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Carbohydrates:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 g, 1% Daily Value\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDietary Fiber:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.4 g, 5% Daily Value\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Sugars:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.2 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtein:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.9 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin K:\u003c\/strong\u003e 157.7 mcg, 131% Daily Value\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin A:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90.5 mcg RAE, 10% Daily Value\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin C:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.4 mg, 14% Daily Value\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalcium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 83 mg, 6% Daily Value\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFolate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 46 mcg, 12% Daily Value\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Disclosures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural variation in leaf size, color, maturity, and growth may occur.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store seeds in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture until planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Planting dates depend on your local frost dates and growing conditions. 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