Georgia Southern Collard Green Seeds – Heirloom Non-GMO

Georgia Southern Collard Green Seeds

Grow a classic Southern leafy vegetable with Mai’s Family Georgia Southern Collard Green Seeds.

Georgia Southern is a traditional heirloom, Non-GMO, open-pollinated collard variety known for producing large, dark green leaves with a slightly crumpled texture.

This is a non-heading variety, meaning the plant produces broad leafy growth instead of forming a compact cabbage-like head. The leaves have a mild cabbage-like flavor that may become sweeter and more flavorful after exposure to cool weather or a light frost.

Georgia Southern Collards tolerate both warm and cool growing conditions, are slow to bolt, and commonly reach approximately 2–3 feet tall. Plants mature in approximately 70 days under suitable conditions.

Product form: Seeds only. Live plants, fresh collard greens, soil, containers, fertilizer, and other growing supplies are not included.

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Product Highlights

• Georgia Southern collard green seeds
• Heirloom and Non-GMO
• Open-pollinated variety
• Annual cool-season vegetable
• Approximately 70 days to maturity
• Non-heading growth type
• Large, dark green leaves
• Slightly crumpled leaf texture
• Mild cabbage-like flavor
• Flavor may improve after a light frost
• Tolerates both warm and cool conditions
• Slow to bolt
• Commonly grows approximately 2–3 feet tall
• Suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and containers
• Suitable for cooking, freezing, and canning
• Seeds only – not live plants

Product Details

Common Name	Georgia Southern Collard Greens
Variety	Georgia Southern
Botanical Group	Brassica oleracea Collards Group
Plant Family	Brassicaceae
Seed Type	Heirloom, Non-GMO, Open-Pollinated
Plant Life Cycle	Annual Vegetable
Growth Type	Non-Heading
Growth Habit	Upright and Leafy
Leaf Color	Dark Green
Leaf Texture	Slightly Crumpled
Flavor	Mild and Cabbage-Like
Days to Maturity	Approximately 70 Days
Mature Height	Approximately 2–3 Feet
Planting Seasons	Spring and Fall
Seed Depth	Approximately 1/4 Inch
Plant Spacing	Approximately 12–18 Inches for Mature Plants
Row Spacing	Approximately 18–30 Inches
Sunlight	Full Sun
Preferred Soil	Fertile, Organic-Rich, Well-Drained Soil
Watering	Maintain Consistent Moisture Without Saturating the Soil
Growing Locations	Garden Beds, Raised Beds, and Containers
Product Form	Seeds Only

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About Georgia Southern Collards

Georgia Southern is a traditional loose-leaf collard variety. Unlike heading cabbage varieties, it does not form a tightly packed head. Instead, the plant produces large leaves that may be harvested individually as needed.

The leaves are dark green, broad, juicy, and slightly crumpled. Their mild cabbage-like flavor makes them suitable for a wide variety of cooked dishes.

This variety is valued for tolerating changing seasonal conditions. Established plants tolerate cool weather and light frost, while the variety is also recognized for its heat tolerance and slow-bolting habit.

Culinary Uses

Georgia Southern Collard Greens may be prepared in:

• Southern-style cooked greens
• Braised dishes
• Soups and stews
• Stir-fries
• Rice and bean dishes
• Pasta dishes
• Fresh preparations using young tender leaves
• Freezing and canning recipes

Young leaves generally have a more tender texture. Mature leaves are commonly cooked, braised, steamed, or added to soups and stews.

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How to Grow Georgia Southern Collards from Seed

When to Plant

Georgia Southern Collards may be planted for spring or fall harvests. Collards generally develop their best leaf quality during mild and cool growing conditions.

For an early crop, start seeds indoors several weeks before the intended outdoor transplanting date. Seeds may also be sown directly into prepared garden soil when local conditions are suitable.

For a fall crop, allow enough time for plants to mature before extended periods of severe winter weather.

Preparing the Growing Area

Choose a location receiving full sun and prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Incorporating finished compost or other aged organic material can improve soil texture and moisture retention.

Avoid areas where water remains standing after rainfall. Containers and raised beds should have unobstructed drainage.

Sowing Instructions

1. Prepare loose, moist, well-drained soil.
2. Sow seeds approximately 1/4 inch deep.
3. Cover gently with soil.
4. Water carefully to avoid washing the seeds away.
5. Maintain consistent moisture while the seeds germinate.
6. Thin crowded seedlings after they become established.

Plant Spacing

For mature plants, allow approximately 12–18 inches between plants and approximately 18–30 inches between rows.

Closer spacing may be used when harvesting young leaves. Wider spacing provides more room for full-size plants and larger leaves.

Transplanting

Harden indoor-grown seedlings gradually before transplanting them permanently outdoors.

Begin with short periods in a protected outdoor location and gradually increase exposure to sunlight, wind, and outdoor temperatures.

Transplant seedlings carefully and water thoroughly after planting.

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Sunlight

Grow Georgia Southern Collards in full sun, ideally six or more hours of direct sunlight daily.

During very hot conditions, light afternoon shade may help reduce heat stress, although plants generally produce best with adequate sunlight.

Soil

Collards grow best in fertile, well-drained soil with adequate organic matter.

Suitable soil may include:

• Loamy garden soil
• Amended raised-bed soil
• Quality vegetable potting mix
• Garden soil improved with finished compost

Watering

Keep the soil consistently moist but not continuously saturated. Consistent moisture supports steady development and tender leaf growth.

Check container-grown plants regularly because containers may dry more quickly than in-ground garden beds.

Water near the base of the plants whenever practical.

Container Growing

Georgia Southern Collards may be grown in containers.

• Choose a large container with drainage holes
• Use fertile, well-draining potting mix
• Provide full sun
• Maintain consistent soil moisture
• Allow enough room for the large leaves and upright growth

A larger container provides more root space and reduces how quickly the growing medium dries.

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Harvesting

Georgia Southern Collards reach maturity in approximately 70 days under suitable growing conditions.

Leaves may be harvested earlier at a young and tender stage or allowed to reach full size.

For a continuing harvest:

1. Select healthy outer leaves.
2. Cut or snap them near the main stem.
3. Leave the center growing point undamaged.
4. Allow the plant to continue producing new leaves.

The entire plant may also be harvested when it reaches the preferred size.

Exact harvest time may vary according to temperature, sunlight, soil, moisture, plant spacing, and preferred leaf size.

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Quick Growing Guide

Variety	Georgia Southern
Seed Type	Heirloom, Non-GMO, Open-Pollinated
Life Cycle	Annual
Growth Type	Non-Heading
Planting Seasons	Spring and Fall
Seed Depth	Approximately 1/4 Inch
Plant Spacing	Approximately 12–18 Inches
Row Spacing	Approximately 18–30 Inches
Sunlight	Full Sun
Watering	Maintain Consistent Moisture
Mature Height	Approximately 2–3 Feet
Days to Maturity	Approximately 70 Days
Growing Locations	Garden Beds, Raised Beds, and Containers
Product Form	Seeds Only

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Package Information

Package quantity is shown in the selected product option and on the product label.

This listing contains one packet of Georgia Southern Collard Green seeds unless otherwise stated.

Important Product Notice

This listing contains seeds only.

The package does not include:

• Live plants
• Fresh collard greens
• Soil or growing medium
• Containers
• Fertilizer
• Gardening tools
• Other growing supplies

Germination, growth rate, plant height, leaf size, maturity, and harvest results may vary according to seed condition, temperature, moisture, sunlight, soil, planting depth, spacing, and local growing conditions.

This product is identified as Heirloom, Non-GMO, and Open-Pollinated. It is not advertised as Organic, Certified Organic, or Untreated.

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