Vates and Georgia, non-heading varieties. Morris Improved Heading forms head similar to cabbage. Prefers pH or soil acidity of 5.5-6.8. Place transplants 12 to 18 inches apart.
Collards also tolerate heat.
Need 1 inch water per week from rain or watering. Benefit from foliage spray of liquid seaweed extract two to three times during growing season. Small, tender leaves cook nicely. Steamed or boiled, simmered in a broth seasoned with salt pork or streak lean, salt, pepper and 2 teaspoons sugar. Collards can be tossed raw into green salads.