Georgia Collards is a beloved variety of collard greens known for its large, dark green, slightly wavy leaves. It typically takes about 60-75 days to be ready for harvest and has a pleasantly sweet and earthy taste similar to mild cabbage, which becomes even more flavorful after a frost. Georgia has outstanding heat tolerance, making it an great choice for summer gardens.
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Type: |
Annual |
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Height: |
2' - 3' |
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Spread: |
0.5’ - 1' |
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Spacing: |
1' |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
7 - 11 |
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Culture: |
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Bloom Color: |
N/A |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Watch out for pests like aphids, cabbage loopers, and cabbage worms. Diseases to be aware of include black rot, clubroot, and downy mildew. Regular inspection of your plants and prompt action at the first sign of trouble can help keep these issues at bay.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Wildlife Garden, Edible Garden, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Dill, Agastache, Sage
IMAGE: Ball Seed, Georgia Collards
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
