Yellow Cabbage Collards
Brassica oleracea
Approximately 70 seeds per pack.
Germination ~ 83% Packed for 2024-2025
Yellow Cabbage Collards are a rare and unique variety of collard greens, notable for their distinctive appearance and rich history. In terms of appearance, the leaves of Yellow Cabbage Collards are smaller, more tender, and have a crinkled texture compared to traditional collard greens. The color is a unique yellow-green, which sets them apart from the usual dark green collard varieties. They are known for their milder and sweeter flavor, making them a favorite among those who find regular collards too bitter.
Yellow Cabbage Collards are primarily grown in the Southeastern United States, particularly in North Carolina and Georgia. They thrive in cooler weather and are often harvested in the fall and winter months. Like other collards, they are high in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as fiber and other essential nutrients. They are often used in traditional Southern dishes and can be prepared in various ways, including steaming, sautéing, and braising.
Yellow Cabbage Collards have a rich history, particularly in African American communities in the South. They have been passed down through generations and are considered a heirloom variety, treasured for their unique taste and cultural significance. Efforts are being made to preserve this rare variety due to its historical importance and distinctive qualities. Seed-saving and heirloom gardening initiatives help ensure the continuation of Yellow Cabbage Collards for future generations.
Yellow Cabbage Collards are a beloved North Carolina heirloom. Our seed comes from Southern Exposure Seed Exchange, who got it from Benny and Vickie Cox, owners of the famous "Collard Shack" in Ayden, NC. It was introduced to wider commerce in 2015 by SESE. Considered to have milder flavor and more tender leaves than most collards, the yellow-tinted leaves of 'Yellow Cabbage Collards' form a loose head. Seed for cabbage collards is very hard to come by.
Overall, Yellow Cabbage Collards are not only a delicious and nutritious green but also a living piece of agricultural and cultural history.
