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Brassicaceae.
Organic 'Ole Timey Blue' Collard Seeds
Brassica oleracea var. viridis.
Product code : GAIAS-0437
Ole Timey Blue collard is available as organic seed for Quebec vegetable gardens. An heirloom collard variety valued for its large blue-green leaves and reliable garden performance. It prefers full sun and rich, moist, loose, well-drained soil. Space plants 45 to 60 cm (18 to 24 in) apart. Harvest from mid-summer through fall, picking the outer leaves; the crop is well suited to braising or sautéing, soups and stews. Each packet contains 100 seeds. 'Ole Timey Blue' Collard seeds are presented here with Canadian seed starting and seasonal care guidance.
- Quantity
- 100 seeds
- Exposure
- Full sun.
- Life cycle
- Biennial grown as an annual.
Discover the plant
Common nameOle Timey Blue collard.
FamilyBrassicaceae.
GenusBrassica
Speciesoleracea var. viridis.
CultivarOle Timey Blue
TypeOrganic seeds.
Botanical nameBrassica oleracea var. viridis.
Reproducible seedsYes
Heirloom varietyYes
Organic 'Ole Timey Blue' Collard Seeds (Brassica oleracea var. viridis). It is an heirloom collard variety valued for its large blue-green leaves and reliable garden performance. It reaches 60 to 90 cm (24 to 36 in), with a spread of 45 to 60 cm (18 to 24 in). It also displays large, thick blue-green leaves held on an upright, non-heading plant. It performs best in full sun and rich, moist, loose, well-drained soil. For practical seed starting, growing from seed succeeds best when the verified product depth, moisture and temperature guidance is followed.
Sow indoors 4 to 6 weeks before planting, or direct-sow outdoors in spring; transplant without burying the crown. Sow 6 to 12 mm (1/4 to 1/2 in) deep and maintain 10 to 24 °C (50 to 75 °F); germination usually takes 3 to 10 days. Space plants 45 to 60 cm (18 to 24 in) apart. Water at the base when the soil surface begins to dry. Use the product details as a clear guide on how to start seeds while keeping the growing medium evenly moist, never saturated. For indoor seed starting, count back from local conditions and frost dates to decide when to start indoor seeds.
Harvest from mid-summer through fall, picking the outer leaves. Edible parts include leaves. This harvest is well suited to braising or sautéing, soups and stews. It can be grown in a container of at least 30 L (8 US gal) per plant; check moisture more often than for in-ground plants.
Sowing guide
It all startswith a seed.
Sowing depth
6 to 12 mm (1/4 to 1/2 in).
Spacing / density
45 to 60 cm (18 to 24 in) between plants.
Germination temperature
10 to 24 °C (50 to 75 °F).
Germination time
3 to 10 days.
Propagation
Seed.
Growing method
For Ole Timey Blue collard, follow this schedule: Sow indoors 4 to 6 weeks before planting, or direct-sow outdoors in spring; transplant without burying the crown. Sow 6 to 12 mm (1/4 to 1/2 in) deep in a clean, well-drained seed-starting mix. Maintain 10 to 24 °C (50 to 75 °F) and even moisture without waterlogging; emergence normally takes 3 to 10 days. Before planting, harden plants off gradually for 7 to 10 days by increasing exposure to sun and wind. Set them in full sun and rich, moist, loose, well-drained soil, spaced 45 to 60 cm (18 to 24 in) apart. Harvest from mid-summer through fall, picking the outer leaves. This seed starting sequence supports reliable growing from seed while preserving the product-specific depth and temperature facts.
Soil and care
The right care,at the right time.
Care level
Moderate.
Watering
Water Ole Timey Blue collard at the base when the soil surface begins to dry.
Soil type
Ole Timey Blue collard prefers rich, moist, loose, well-drained soil.
Fertilization
Fertilize Ole Timey Blue collard moderately according to plant vigour, avoiding excess nitrogen.
Seasonal care
Sow 6 to 12 mm (1/4 to 1/2 in) deep at 10 to 24 °C (50 to 75 °F), keeping moisture steady during the 3 to 10 days usually needed for emergence. Thin or transplant carefully. Set plants in full sun and rich, moist, loose, well-drained soil, spaced 45 to 60 cm (18 to 24 in) apart. Harvest from mid-summer through fall, picking the outer leaves, and remove damaged plant material.
Container growing
A garden,within reach.
Recommended pot size
A container of at least 30 L (8 US gal) per plant.
Ole Timey Blue collard can be grown in a container when its root volume and mature size are accommodated. Choose a container of at least 30 L (8 US gal) per plant; make sure it has several drainage holes.
Bloom and dimensions
Its place,in your garden.
Mature height
60 to 90 cm (24 to 36 in).
Width / spread
45 to 60 cm (18 to 24 in).
Foliage type
Green foliage.
Growth rate
Fast.
Growth habit
Robust, heading rosette.
Bloom period
Ole Timey Blue collard flowers after establishment once warmth, light and plant maturity are sufficient.
Garden associations
In goodcompany.
Companion plants
Pair Ole Timey Blue collard with crops that have similar sun, fertility and moisture needs.
Recipe idea
From the gardento your plate.
Edible parts
Leaves.
Prepare a simple recipe with the confirmed edible parts of Ole Timey Blue collard: leaves. For four small servings, use about 500 mL (2 cups) of prepared produce, 15 mL (1 tbsp) of oil and 10 mL (2 tsp) of a seasoning suited to the dish. Wash the harvest thoroughly, remove damaged portions and prepare it according to the intended use: braising or sautéing, soups and stews. Eat only the parts identified as edible and only at the recommended stage of maturity.
Frequently asked questions
Your questions,answered.
How many 'Ole Timey Blue' Collard seeds are in the packet?
To sow Ole Timey Blue collard successfully, follow this schedule: Sow indoors 4 to 6 weeks before planting, or direct-sow outdoors in spring; transplant without burying the crown. Sow 6 to 12 mm (1/4 to 1/2 in) deep in a fine, well-drained seed-starting mix and maintain 10 to 24 °C (50 to 75 °F). Germination usually takes 3 to 10 days.
How should I start 'Ole Timey Blue' Collard seeds in Canada?
Ole Timey Blue collard prefers full sun and rich, moist, loose, well-drained soil. Water at the base when the soil surface begins to dry, and fertilize moderately according to plant vigour without applying excess nitrogen. For seed starting, label the cultivar and use the stated sowing depth instead of a generic estimate.
How long do 'Ole Timey Blue' Collard seeds take to germinate?
For Ole Timey Blue collard, allow for a height of 60 to 90 cm (24 to 36 in) and a spread of 45 to 60 cm (18 to 24 in). In the garden, space plants 45 to 60 cm (18 to 24 in) apart for good light, airflow and harvest access. For container growing, use a container of at least 30 L (8 US gal) per plant. When growing from seed, keep conditions stable for the full stated germination window before disturbing the mix.
Where should I grow 'Ole Timey Blue' Collard in the garden?
Harvest Ole Timey Blue collard from mid-summer through fall, picking the outer leaves. Confirmed edible parts include leaves. The harvest is well suited to braising or sautéing, soups and stews.
When and how should I harvest 'Ole Timey Blue' Collard?
Ole Timey Blue collard is offered here as organic seed, with 100 seeds per packet. The supplied information does not make a separate open-pollination claim.
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