Top Bunch 2.0 Collards More Flowers is an open-pollinated collard green that grows 24 to 36 inches tall and reaches harvest in just 70 days. This frost-hardy variety thrives across zones 2 through 10, making it a reliable choice for gardeners across nearly the entire continent. The name hints at its distinctive character: extra flowering stems that produce edible florets alongside traditional collard leaves, giving you multiple harvests from a single plant.
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The 'More Flowers' trait sets this collard apart by producing abundant flowering shoots alongside the main leaf rosette, extending your harvest window and offering tender, broccoli-like florets that many growers find sweeter than the leaves themselves. At 70 days to maturity, it's a relatively quick collard, yet sturdy enough to handle frost without losing flavor or texture. Growing to a manageable 24 to 36 inches with 24-inch spacing, it fits comfortably in home gardens without demanding excessive room.
These collards are grown for both their tender, nutrient-dense leaves and their edible flower shoots. The leaves are traditionally braised, sautéed, or simmered into long-cooked Southern preparations, while the flowering stems offer a milder, slightly sweeter alternative that can be steamed, roasted, or used raw in salads.
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Start seeds indoors 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date. Sow seeds 1/2 inch deep in seed-starting mix kept at 65 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit. Transplant seedlings outdoors once they're established.
Transplant seedlings outdoors 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date when soil temperature reaches at least 55 degrees, ideally 75 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Space plants 24 inches apart in both directions. In mild climates, sow directly in fall for a cool-season harvest.
For direct sowing, plant 2 to 4 weeks before your average last frost date when soil temperature is at least 55 degrees, ideally 75 to 85 degrees Fahrenheit. In mild climates, you can sow in fall for cool-season harvest. Alternatively, count backward 14 to 16 weeks from your average first fall frost date and sow at that time for fall crops.
Begin harvesting leaves once plants are well-established, typically around 70 days from sowing. Pick outer leaves first, working your way inward, or harvest the entire plant if you prefer. The flowering stems emerge as the plant matures and can be harvested once they reach a tender stage, similar to harvesting broccoli shoots. Continue picking to encourage more flowering and extend your harvest window well into the season.
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