Ellen Felton Dark Collard

A favorite of Seed Savers Exchange staff! This heirloom collard dates to at least 1935 and produces green, elliptical, tender leaves with a sweet, slightly fruity taste. The plants measure 15-22" tall by 22-35" wide and fare well in low temperatures. It was originally grown by Ellen Felton of Beaufort County, North Carolina, and acquired by Seed Savers Exchange from the USDA in 2016.

• 60-80 days from transplant
• Organic
• Sweet, slightly fruity taste
• Fares well in low temperatures

Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼" deep. Plant out just before the last frost. Can also be direct seeded outdoors 3 months before fall frost. Collards are most tender and delicious after a frost. Harvest may continue even after snow.

• Start Indoors: 6-8 weeks before last frost
• Germination: 3-10 Days
• Plant Outdoors: 24” Apart
• Light: Full Sun