Type: Cool-season green
Sun / water: Partial sun / water as needed
When I plant it: Fall, early winter and early spring. Collard greens are not a summer plant, even in shade. I have had greens last three years. The plant pictured went in during late summer, struggled a bit in the heat, and is coming back with new growth.
What I’ve seen
Collard greens are cool-weather plants and do not thrive in the heat: the leaves turn yellow and they stop producing new ones. It takes a few months before a plant has enough mature leaves to harvest. Once it is large enough, cut the stalk, pull off the leaves to eat, and put the stalk back into the soil. Keep it watered and it will root.
How I use it
Moderate flavor. Greens are best fried with oil, balsamic vinegar and cracked pepper.
This profile shares what I have experienced growing this plant in my Central Florida garden. I am not a certified horticulturist, so results in your garden may differ.
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