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Can You Grow Collard Greens in Georgia?
US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b
Collards are well-suited to your zone — they handle summer heat and frost alike.
Plant zones
Georgia last frost
Georgia first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Collard Greenses in Georgia
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Georgia's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.
About Collard Greens
Collard greens are a Southern staple — extremely hardy, tolerating both frost and summer heat better than most brassicas. Rich in nutrients and one of the most productive greens per square foot.
Start indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost or direct sow. Harvest lower leaves as needed. Plants withstand hard frosts — flavor improves after cold snaps. In warm zones, grow as a fall/winter crop.
Gardening in Georgia
Georgia has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. A long growing season supports two full vegetable crops per year in most of the state.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Collard Greens in Georgia?
Collards are well-suited to your zone — they handle summer heat and frost alike.
What zone is Georgia?
Georgia spans USDA Zone 8a (6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b).
When do you plant Collard Greenses in Georgia?
Plant Collard Greenses around mid-February (start indoors Jan 18), harvest Apr 16 – May 6.