Tree Collards (Brassica oleifera var acephala) Size:2gal LH The Washington Post

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Landscape Use and Ecological Function: In the wild

the string of pearls has long tendrils with small bulbous leaves

usually May or June depending on spring temperatures

Tree Collards (Brassica oleifera var acephala) Size:2gal LH The Washington PostFor a big leafy green, you cant beat tree collards. Tree collards large leaves turn purple in colder weather and are sweetest at this time, making it an ideal crop for the Pacific Northwest. Tree collards grow quite tall (6 to 8 feet) and will need staking. Although the purple leaves are sweeter, its best not to harvest them all at once if you want to maintain a regular harvest schedule. The leaves are extremely nutritious and are used in much the