Shop Vates Collard Seeds – Heirloom,
Slow to Bolt, Southern Standard
Classic flavor and dependable growth — a staple collard green variety
known for tender leaves and cold resilience.
About Vates Collard
Vates Collard is a trusted heirloom collard green known for its short stems
and rounded, dark green leaves. A loose-leaf, non-heading type, Vates
grows up to 32 inches tall and offers outstanding yield and flavor. Its thick,
textured leaves are perfect for boiling, steaming, or sautéing — and a
touch of frost only improves the flavor.
A true Southern Garden standard, Vates Collards are ideal for both
spring and fall planting, delivering tender, nutritious greens that can be
harvested again and again.
Why Grow Vates Collard?
- Heirloom,
non-GMO, open-pollinated seeds
- Cold tolerant
and slow to bolt – great for extended harvest
- Loose-leaf,
non-heading variety with rounded thick leaves
- Dark green,
nutrient-rich leaves with rich Southern flavor
- Delicious
steamed, boiled, or sautéed
- Available
online with fast, free shipping
Planting & Growing Tips
- Soil: Prefers rich,
well-drained soil with added compost or organic matter.
- Sunlight: Full sun to
partial shade.
- Planting Time: Best planted
in early spring or late summer for a fall crop.
- Spacing: Thin
seedlings to 18–24 inches apart to allow full leaf development.
- Watering: Maintain even
moisture; do not let soil dry out completely.
- Harvesting: Pick lower
leaves once they reach 10–12 inches. Frost improves taste!
Culinary Uses for Vates Collard Greens
- Southern-style
boiled greens – cooked low and slow with broth, onions, or smoked meat
- Steamed or
sautéed – served as a nutritious side dish
- Fresh young
leaves – can be added to salads or wraps
- Preserving – excellent
for freezing or canning
- Nutritional
powerhouse – rich in vitamins A, C, K, and calcium
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Grow your own flavorful, resilient collard greens with our Vates
Collard Seeds. Perfect for any home garden, this variety offers high
yields, rich flavor, and is incredibly easy to grow.
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