This old time heirloom collard has a reputation for doing well in hot weather and tolerating poor soils. This non-heading variety produces numerous large blue-green leaves. A light freeze improves the flavor. 70 days.

COLLARDS

WHEN TO PLANT: 3-4 weeks before first frost free date

DEPTH OF PLANTING: 1/2" deep

PLANTS APART IN ROWS (AFTER THINNING): 15" apart

DISTANCE BETWEEN ROWS: 36" apart

RAISED BED PLANTING GUIDE: After thinning, plants should be 6" apart throughout bed.

SOIL TYPE RECOMMENDED: does well in most soil. Prefers well drained sandy soil or clay loams.

HARVEST: To extend harvest time, pick lower leaves before they are full sized, tough and woody.

TUCSON PLANTING INFORMATION: Collards do well in Tucson with a fairly long harvest period. Plant July 15 through April 1.