Collards are used for fodder but in numerous countries they are mainly cultivated for their large dark-colored edible leaves. In each country you can find this vegetable being part of a traditional dish.
Our seed comes from a family kitchen garden in Galicia where they do not use chemical products in their crops, taking care that the production is natural and healthy.
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Botanical name | Brassica oleracea var. viridis |
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Average germination (%) | 80 |
Germination (in days) | 8-10 |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Life cycle | Annual, Biennial |
Plant use | Edible, Fodder, Herbs garden |
Seeds per gram | 250 |
Soil - Moisture | Well-drained |
Soil - Type | No preference |
Sunlight - Exposure | Partial shade, Sun |
Watering | Regular |
Direct sowing in March, April and in autumn. They can be collected all year long but taste better in wintertime.
Rich source of minerals, fibers, vitamin C, A, K, and calcium. The plant can also be cultivated for ornamental in a garden.