Champion Collard Greens

Champion collards are a hardy, flavorful variety of collard greens known for their large, tender, blue-green leaves and excellent cold tolerance. This open-pollinated type grows on upright plants about 18–24 inches tall, producing broad, smooth leaves with a mild, slightly sweet taste that improves after a light frost. Champion collards mature in approximately 60–75 days, making them a reliable choice for fall and winter gardens. They thrive in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil, and are perfect for traditional Southern dishes, steaming, sautéing, or adding to soups and stews.