{"product_id":"georgia-southern-collard-green-seeds","title":"Georgia Southern Collard Green Seeds – Heirloom Non-GMO","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGeorgia Southern Collard Green Seeds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Grow a classic Southern leafy vegetable with\n  \u003cstrong\u003eMai’s Family Georgia Southern Collard Green Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Georgia Southern is a traditional heirloom, Non-GMO, open-pollinated\n  collard variety known for producing large, dark green leaves with a\n  slightly crumpled texture.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  This is a non-heading variety, meaning the plant produces broad leafy\n  growth instead of forming a compact cabbage-like head. The leaves have a\n  mild cabbage-like flavor that may become sweeter and more flavorful after\n  exposure to cool weather or a light frost.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Georgia Southern Collards tolerate both warm and cool growing conditions,\n  are slow to bolt, and commonly reach approximately 2–3 feet tall.\n  Plants mature in approximately 70 days under suitable conditions.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eProduct form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seeds only. Live plants, fresh collard\n  greens, soil, containers, fertilizer, and other growing supplies are not\n  included.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGeorgia Southern collard green seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHeirloom and Non-GMO\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOpen-pollinated variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnnual cool-season vegetable\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApproximately 70 days to maturity\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNon-heading growth type\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLarge, dark green leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSlightly crumpled leaf texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMild cabbage-like flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFlavor may improve after a light frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTolerates both warm and cool conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSlow to bolt\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCommonly grows approximately 2–3 feet tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable for garden beds, raised beds, and containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable for cooking, freezing, and canning\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSeeds only – not live plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eGeorgia Southern Collard Greens\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eVariety\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eGeorgia Southern\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eBotanical Group\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e Collards Group\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003ePlant Family\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eBrassicaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eSeed Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eHeirloom, Non-GMO, Open-Pollinated\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003ePlant Life Cycle\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eAnnual Vegetable\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eGrowth Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eNon-Heading\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eGrowth Habit\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eUpright and Leafy\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eLeaf Color\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eDark Green\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eLeaf Texture\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSlightly Crumpled\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eFlavor\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMild and Cabbage-Like\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eDays to Maturity\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eApproximately 70 Days\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eApproximately 2–3 Feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003ePlanting Seasons\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSpring and Fall\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eSeed Depth\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eApproximately 1\/4 Inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003ePlant Spacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eApproximately 12–18 Inches for Mature Plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eRow Spacing\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eApproximately 18–30 Inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003ePreferred Soil\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eFertile, Organic-Rich, Well-Drained Soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMaintain Consistent Moisture Without Saturating the Soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eGrowing Locations\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eGarden Beds, Raised Beds, and Containers\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eProduct Form\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSeeds Only\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Georgia Southern Collards\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Georgia Southern is a traditional loose-leaf collard variety. Unlike\n  heading cabbage varieties, it does not form a tightly packed head.\n  Instead, the plant produces large leaves that may be harvested\n  individually as needed.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The leaves are dark green, broad, juicy, and slightly crumpled. Their mild\n  cabbage-like flavor makes them suitable for a wide variety of cooked\n  dishes.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  This variety is valued for tolerating changing seasonal conditions.\n  Established plants tolerate cool weather and light frost, while the\n  variety is also recognized for its heat tolerance and slow-bolting habit.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCulinary Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGeorgia Southern Collard Greens may be prepared in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSouthern-style cooked greens\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBraised dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSoups and stews\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStir-fries\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRice and bean dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePasta dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFresh preparations using young tender leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFreezing and canning recipes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Young leaves generally have a more tender texture. Mature leaves are\n  commonly cooked, braised, steamed, or added to soups and stews.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Grow Georgia Southern Collards from Seed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhen to Plant\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Georgia Southern Collards may be planted for spring or fall harvests.\n  Collards generally develop their best leaf quality during mild and cool\n  growing conditions.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  For an early crop, start seeds indoors several weeks before the intended\n  outdoor transplanting date. Seeds may also be sown directly into prepared\n  garden soil when local conditions are suitable.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  For a fall crop, allow enough time for plants to mature before extended\n  periods of severe winter weather.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003ePreparing the Growing Area\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Choose a location receiving full sun and prepare fertile, well-drained\n  soil. Incorporating finished compost or other aged organic material can\n  improve soil texture and moisture retention.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Avoid areas where water remains standing after rainfall. Containers and\n  raised beds should have unobstructed drainage.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSowing Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePrepare loose, moist, well-drained soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSow seeds approximately 1\/4 inch deep.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCover gently with soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWater carefully to avoid washing the seeds away.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaintain consistent moisture while the seeds germinate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThin crowded seedlings after they become established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003ePlant Spacing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  For mature plants, allow approximately\n  \u003cstrong\u003e12–18 inches between plants\u003c\/strong\u003e and approximately\n  \u003cstrong\u003e18–30 inches between rows\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Closer spacing may be used when harvesting young leaves. Wider spacing\n  provides more room for full-size plants and larger leaves.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eTransplanting\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Harden indoor-grown seedlings gradually before transplanting them\n  permanently outdoors.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Begin with short periods in a protected outdoor location and gradually\n  increase exposure to sunlight, wind, and outdoor temperatures.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Transplant seedlings carefully and water thoroughly after planting.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSunlight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Grow Georgia Southern Collards in\n  \u003cstrong\u003efull sun, ideally six or more hours of direct sunlight daily\u003c\/strong\u003e.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  During very hot conditions, light afternoon shade may help reduce heat\n  stress, although plants generally produce best with adequate sunlight.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSoil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Collards grow best in fertile, well-drained soil with adequate organic\n  matter.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable soil may include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLoamy garden soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAmended raised-bed soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eQuality vegetable potting mix\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGarden soil improved with finished compost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWatering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Keep the soil consistently moist but not continuously saturated.\n  Consistent moisture supports steady development and tender leaf growth.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Check container-grown plants regularly because containers may dry more\n  quickly than in-ground garden beds.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Water near the base of the plants whenever practical.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eContainer Growing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Georgia Southern Collards may be grown in containers.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eChoose a large container with drainage holes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse fertile, well-draining potting mix\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProvide full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMaintain consistent soil moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAllow enough room for the large leaves and upright growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  A larger container provides more root space and reduces how quickly the\n  growing medium dries.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvesting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Georgia Southern Collards reach maturity in approximately\n  \u003cstrong\u003e70 days\u003c\/strong\u003e under suitable growing conditions.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Leaves may be harvested earlier at a young and tender stage or allowed to\n  reach full size.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor a continuing harvest:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSelect healthy outer leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCut or snap them near the main stem.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLeave the center growing point undamaged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAllow the plant to continue producing new leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  The entire plant may also be harvested when it reaches the preferred size.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n  Exact harvest time may vary according to temperature, sunlight, soil,\n  moisture, plant spacing, and preferred leaf size.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Growing Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eVariety\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eGeorgia Southern\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    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Inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eMaintain Consistent Moisture\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eMature Height\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eApproximately 2–3 Feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eDays to Maturity\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eApproximately 70 Days\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eGrowing Locations\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eGarden Beds, Raised Beds, and Containers\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003cth\u003eProduct Form\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003ctd\u003eSeeds Only\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  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