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Georgia Southern · Collard

Zone 5a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Georgia Southern to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsDirect Sow
Last FrostMay 8th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 1st
Harvest BeginsJul 10th
Harvest EndsSep 30th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 40°F and nights stay above 28°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 6 days first.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity70
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitRosette
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)45
Min Soil Temp (°F)40
Min Night Temp (°F)28
Harden Off (days)6
Expert Note: Start seeds indoors early for a strong start, but you can also direct-sow in cool weather—collards tolerate light frosts well, yet still prefer steady growth before deep cold.