Vates Collards
Vates Collards
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Vates is a classic 1950s heirloom collard, a non-heading, slow-bolting variety with large greenish-blue leaves and a sweet, delicious flavor. Growing up to 32 inches tall, it is ideal for sauteing, baking, or eating fresh, and it is sweetest when harvested in cooler weather.
At a glance
- Type: heirloom, open-pollinated collard green
- Non-GMO
- Leaves: large, greenish-blue
- Height: up to 32 inches
- Habit: non-heading, slow to bolt
- Sun: full sun
- Season: spring and fall, sweetest in cool weather
Best for
- Sauteing and braising
- Baking into chips
- Fresh eating and salads
- Southern cooking
- Cool-season gardens
How to grow
Sow seeds about 1/4 to 1/2 inch deep in full sun, thinning to 18 inches apart. Keep evenly watered and harvest outer leaves as needed. Flavor sweetens after cool weather or a light frost, making spring and fall ideal.
Flavor profile
Sweet and mild with tender, hearty leaves that grow sweeter in the cold.
About MIgardener
MIgardener is a Michigan-based family company offering affordable heirloom and non-GMO seeds to help home gardeners grow more for less.
Product facts
- Made by
- MIgardener
- Maker based in
- St. Clair, Michigan
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