COLLARDS
Green Glaze

One of the oldest collards to survive is the Green Glaze collard, a colewart that evolved out of the Green Glaze cabbage. It was introduced in 1820 by David Landreth of Philadelphia. Also known as "greasy greens," Green Glaze has leaves which are bright lemony green and very glossy. They are also waxy which provides a natural protection from the cabbage worms. The mature plants grow 1 1/2 feet tall and form loose, leafy heads much like lettuce.

Source: Seeds of Change
Days to germination: 3-10
Days to harvest: 73-79
Planting depth: 1/4"
Spacing (row/plant): 24"/18-24"

Certified Organic
Heirloom

Suggestions: To make sure plants get all the nitrogen they need, add composted manure or other nitrogen-rich matter to the soil before planting. Cover plants with floating row covers to prevent aphids, cabbageworms and flea beetles from reaching young plants. Harvest leaves (starting at the bottom of the plant) as soon as they are large enough. Best harvested young or in the fall after bitten by frost.

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