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Can You Grow Collard Greens in New Jersey?
US · USDA Zone 6b · zones 6a, 6b, 7a
Collards are well-suited to your zone — they handle summer heat and frost alike.
Plant zones
New Jersey last frost
New Jersey first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Collard Greenses in New Jersey
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on New Jersey'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 New Jersey
New Jersey has a humid subtropical to continental climate. South Jersey is Zone 7a; North Jersey is Zone 6a-6b. Known for its produce farming — tomatoes, blueberries, cranberries.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Collard Greens in New Jersey?
Collards are well-suited to your zone — they handle summer heat and frost alike.
What zone is New Jersey?
New Jersey spans USDA Zone 6b (6a, 6b, 7a).
When do you plant Collard Greenses in New Jersey?
Plant Collard Greenses around mid-March (start indoors Feb 14), harvest May 14 – Jun 3.