{"product_id":"collard","title":"Collard | Vates","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description rte\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow thick, broad, and extraordinarily flavorful leaves of Vates collard greens right in your home garden. Also known as Vates Non-Heading, this celebrated open-pollinated heirloom variety is a cherished garden favorite, renowned for its spreading habit, smooth dark blue-green leaves, and sweet, mild flavor that only improves after a crisp autumn frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtremely resistant to frost, cold, and bolt-triggering temperature spikes, Vates collards produce heavy yields of tender, nutritious greens straight through heat waves and freezing cold spells. Their robust habit makes them an exceptionally productive crop for garden beds, raised boxes, and allotment plots across Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Grow Vates Collard Greens?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic heirloom producing broad, smooth, dark blue-green leaves with thick white stems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelicious mild, sweet flavor with no harsh bitterness—sweetens further after frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExceptional cold, frost, and bolt resistance for non-stop harvests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-yielding cut-and-come-again habit allows continuous leaf harvesting all season long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRich source of vitamins A, C, K, calcium, and dietary fiber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 70–85 days to maturity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrows best in full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen-pollinated heirloom variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 90-100 seeds per packet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Grow Vates Collards from Seed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect sow collard seeds outdoors in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked, or start indoors 4–6 weeks before your last spring frost date. For an extended fall and early winter harvest, sow again in mid-to-late summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow seeds approximately 6–13 mm (1\/4 to 1\/2 inch) deep and 2.5 cm (1 inch) apart in rows spaced 45–60 cm (18–24 inches) apart. When seedlings reach 7–10 cm (3–4 inches) tall, thin them to a final spacing of 30–45 cm (12–18 inches) apart to allow broad leaves to develop fully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelect a location in full sun to partial shade with rich, moist, and well-draining soil enriched with compost. Water consistently to maintain steady growth and keep leaves tender.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest individual outer leaves continuously when they reach 20–30 cm (8–12 inches) long, leaving the central crown to produce fresh foliage straight into early winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Collards in Canada\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVates collard greens are uniquely suited to Canadian growing conditions thanks to their legendary cold hardiness. They stand up against heavy frost, low light levels, and chilly nights far better than most other garden greens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn northern and regional Canadian growing zones, light autumn frosts trigger plants to convert starches into natural sugars, producing the sweetest, most tender greens of the entire season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor detailed instructions covering seed starting, spacing, watering, fertilizing, harvesting, and pest management, read our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/How_To_Grow_Collard_Greens_In_Canada_-_Complete_Guide.pdf?v=1793763623\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"How To Grow Collards In Canada | Complete Guide\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow To Grow Collards in Canada | Complete Guide.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVates Collard Greens Growing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; width: 40%; border: none;\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; width: 60%; border: none;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/botanical-name-icon.png?v=1790792176\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea var. acephala \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/collards-icon.png?v=1790810750\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eCollard Greens \/ Collards (Vates)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/plant-cycle-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eBiennial grown as an annual leaf crop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/full-sun-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSun Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eFull sun to partial shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/maturity-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eApproximately 70–85 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/seed-count-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSeed Count\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eApproximately 90-100 seeds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/pollinators-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePollination Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eOpen-pollinated heirloom variety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/harvest-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eSautéing, braising, Southern-style greens, soups, stews, and healthy wraps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrow Your Own Vates Collard Greens\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is nothing quite like harvesting tender, frost-kissed collard greens fresh from your garden plot. With their incredible cold hardiness, continuous harvests, and rich sweet flavor, Vates collard greens are a deeply satisfying and essential addition to your Canadian vegetable garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow your seeds this season and enjoy a bountiful harvest of fresh nutritious greens!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Caribou Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50976067060015,"sku":null,"price":19.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/collards2.webp?v=1738432613","url":"https:\/\/www.caribouseedcompany.com\/en-cn\/products\/collard","provider":"Caribou Seed Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}