Collards 'Morris Heading' | Brassica oleracea | Heirloom | Non-GMO | 100 Seeds

Collards 'Morris Heading' | Brassica oleracea | Seeds | Heirloom | Non-GMO | 100 Seeds

A Southern garden staple, Morris Heading Collards produce tender, mild-flavored leaves in loose, cabbage-like heads. This heirloom variety is slow to bolt, tolerant of heat, and exceptionally cold-hardy—making it a dependable grower from early fall through winter in warmer zones. Leaves are smooth and rich green, ideal for braising, sautéing, or freezing.

Highly productive and excellent for cut-and-come-again harvests.

SKILL LEVEL: Beginner-Friendly

Morris Heading Collards are easy to grow, adaptable to most soils, and thrive in both cool and warm weather. A great leafy green for new gardeners and Southern growers alike.

Pollinator Friendly:

• Attracts beneficial insects when allowed to flower

Planting & Care Details:

• Light: Full Sun
• Plant Height: 18–36"
• Spacing: 12–18" apart
• Watering: Keep soil evenly moist; mulch helps retain moisture and suppress weeds
• Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil with compost added
• Frost Tolerance: Excellent – leaves get sweeter after light frost
• Zones: 3–10

GERMINATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Direct sow or start indoors 6–8 weeks before transplanting. Sow ¼" deep. Germinates in 5–10 days at 60–75°F.

TIPS FOR SUCCESS:

• Harvest outer leaves regularly to encourage continued growth
• Can be grown year-round in mild climates
• Use row covers to protect young plants from pests
• Delicious after a frost—flavor improves with cold