{"product_id":"georgia-southern-collard-starter-plants-live-vegetable-plants","title":"Georgia Southern Collard Starter Plants - Live Vegetable Plants","description":"\u003cp\u003eStart your collard patch with \u003cstrong\u003eGeorgia Southern Collard Starter Plants\u003c\/strong\u003e. Grown for broad green leaves, these live vegetable starts let you begin with young plants rather than sowing seeds. Give them a sunny spot, steady moisture, and time to establish, then harvest leaves for hearty greens, soups, and other cooked dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout this listing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose a pack of \u003cstrong\u003e10 or 25 live Georgia Southern collard starter plants\u003c\/strong\u003e from the available size options. This listing is for young plants, not seeds or harvested leaves. Young plants will need transplanting and continued care before harvest. Plant size and appearance can vary with growth stage and season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eArrival care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnpack promptly and check the growing medium for moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater gently if needed, allowing excess water to drain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep plants in bright, sheltered light while they recover from transit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGradually introduce stronger outdoor sun and wind before transplanting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose a sunny site with fertile, well-drained soil. Work compost into the bed before planting. Collards are commonly grown in the cooler parts of the gardening season; plan planting around your local weather rather than a fixed calendar date.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpace plants approximately 18–24 inches apart to allow room for leaf growth and air circulation. Transplant gently, keeping the root ball intact and planting at approximately the same depth as before. Water thoroughly after planting. Large containers with drainage holes are another option.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaintain even soil moisture without leaving roots waterlogged. A light mulch can help retain moisture and reduce weeds; keep it away from the stems. Feed according to the directions on a fertilizer suitable for leafy vegetables.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInspect leaves regularly for caterpillars, aphids, and other common brassica pests. Where appropriate, use insect netting or row cover, monitoring temperature and plant growth underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHarvesting and kitchen use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAllow plants to establish and produce healthy new growth before harvesting. Pick mature outer leaves selectively, leaving the central growing point and enough foliage for continued development. Harvest timing and yield depend on weather, plant condition, and care.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWash harvested leaves thoroughly and remove tough stems as needed. Braise, simmer, or sauté according to your favorite recipe, or add chopped leaves to soups and stews.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CARIBBEAN GARDEN SEED","offers":[{"title":"10 plants","offer_id":50823668760762,"sku":"P35474S-1","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 plants","offer_id":50823668793530,"sku":"P35474S-2","price":39.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/5071\/files\/generated-illustration-of-a-georgia-southern-collard-starter-plant.png?v=1792800137","url":"https:\/\/caribbeangardenseed.com\/products\/georgia-southern-collard-starter-plants-live-vegetable-plants","provider":"Caribbean garden seed","version":"1.0","type":"link"}