{"product_id":"collard-old-timey-blue-greens-seeds-organic","title":"Collard Greens, Old Timey Blue - Organic","description":"\u003cp\u003eOld Timey Blue Collard Greens are an heirloom favorite prized for their broad, tender leaves and rich, savory flavor. This variety produces upright plants with striking blue-green foliage that adds beauty and productivity to your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThriving in full sun to partial shade and nutrient-rich, well-draining soil, these collards mature in about 60-70 days and are incredibly cold-hardy, improving in flavor after a light frost. The tender leaves are perfect for steaming, sautéing, or adding to soups and stews, offering a hearty, nutritious addition to your meals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegular harvesting of the outer leaves encourages continuous growth, ensuring a steady supply of fresh greens throughout the season. Old Timey Blue Collards are easy to grow and resistant to bolting, making them a reliable choice for gardeners of all levels. Their rich heritage and robust flavor make them a favorite for traditional Southern cooking and beyond. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re cultivating them for their taste, nutrition, or visual appeal, these collards are a classic and rewarding crop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollard Greens\u003c\/strong\u003e - Old Timey Blue - \u003cem\u003eBrassica oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardy Biennial, Heirloom \u003c\/strong\u003e Plants grow to 2' tall with blue-green leaves and purple stems\/veins. Very good eating qualities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDid You Know?\u003c\/strong\u003e Donated by R. Blackwell of Alabama. The family grew this variety for over a hundred years and his mother used it to make a dish similar to sauerkraut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Temperature: \u003c\/strong\u003e50-75°F\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Depth: \u003c\/strong\u003e1\/4\"-1\/2\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination: \u003c\/strong\u003e3-10 Days\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight At Maturity: \u003c\/strong\u003e24\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays To Maturity: \u003c\/strong\u003e60-80 Days\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun\/Shade: \u003c\/strong\u003e Sun\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing After Thinning: \u003c\/strong\u003e24\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApprox Seeds per Pack: \u003c\/strong\u003e250 Seeds\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44428255428743,"sku":"SNV8611","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0299\/9743\/2967\/files\/organic-collard-greens-old-timey-blue.jpg?v=1775682122","url":"https:\/\/liveaquaponics.com\/products\/collard-old-timey-blue-greens-seeds-organic","provider":"Live Aquaponics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}