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Vates · Collard

Zone 9a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Vates to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsFeb 6th
Last FrostMar 6th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsFeb 27th
Harvest BeginsApr 28th
Harvest EndsNov 26th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 40°F and nights stay above 32°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 6 days first.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity60
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitRosette
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)45
Min Soil Temp (°F)40
Min Night Temp (°F)32
Harden Off (days)6
Expert Note: For Vates collards, start a bit earlier than most brassicas if you want big early leaves, and keep seedlings evenly moist to avoid slow growth.