Collard Greens in Zone 4b
Brassica oleracea (Acephala group)
Method: Either — Start indoors for an earlier harvest, or direct-sow outside for less fuss — Collard Greens tolerates either.
| Start indoors | Mar 27–Apr 3 |
|---|---|
| Direct sow / transplant outside | Apr 24–May 1 |
| Estimated harvest | ~70 days after planting |
Spacing: 1 per square foot (square-foot-gardening spacing).
Good companions
- Onion — Onion scent may help deter common collard pests.
- Dill — Attracts beneficial predatory wasps that help protect brassicas.
Where to buy collard greens seeds
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See it growing
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