Morris Heading Collards are a dependable heirloom variety prized for their large, dark green leaves and excellent cold tolerance. These nutritious leafy greens thrive in cooler weather and develop an even sweeter flavor after exposure to light frost, making them a favorite for fall and winter gardens.
Resembling loose-headed cabbages, Morris Heading Collards grow vigorously in full sun and nutrient-rich, well-drained soil. Their hardy nature and dependable yields make them an excellent choice for home gardens, raised beds, and traditional Southern cooking.
Rich in vitamins A, C, and K, Morris Heading Collards are perfect for sautéing, steaming, soups, and slow-cooked dishes. Easy to grow and highly productive, these flavorful greens provide both exceptional nutrition and garden performance throughout the cooler growing seasons.
Morris Heading Collards Seed Details
- Quantity: 200 Seeds
- Seed Planting Depth: 1/4 Inch
- Germination Temperature: 55–70°F
- Days to Germination: 5–10 Days
- Row Spacing: 24 Inches
- Plant Spacing: 18 Inches
- 100-Foot Row Yield: Approx. 70 lbs
- Sun Requirements: Full Sun
- Harvest Time: Approximately 74 Days
How to Save Morris Heading Collards Seeds
Morris Heading Collards belong to the Brassica oleracea species and can cross-pollinate with other crops in the same family, including broccoli, cauliflower, kale, cabbage, and Brussels sprouts. To maintain seed purity, separate different Brassica oleracea varieties by at least one mile when saving seeds.
Collards require overwintering before they will produce seeds. In mild climates, plants may be heavily mulched and left in the garden through winter. In colder regions, carefully dig up plants and store them in pots filled with sand in a cool area between 35–40°F until spring.
Once warmer weather returns, replant Morris Heading Collards outdoors and allow the plants to bolt naturally. After flowering, seed pods will begin to form and dry on the plant.
Harvest dry seed pods carefully and remove the seeds for storage. Store fully dried seeds in a cool, dry place for future planting seasons.
