ZonePlant
Champion collards

vegetable variety in zone 4b

Champion collards in zone 4b

Champion · Brassica oleracea var. acephala

Zone
4b -25°F to -20°F
Growing season
130 days
Days to harvest
55 to 80

The verdict

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About Champion

Mild, sweet, tender; productive bunching collard. Slow-cooked greens, salads when young. Cold-hardy, holds through frost, slow to bolt in spring.

Critical timing for zone 4b

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Common challenges in zone 4b

  • Spring frost timing
  • Apple scab pressure
  • Cane berry winter dieback

Modified care for zone 4b

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Champion in adjacent zones

Frequently asked questions

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Will Champion collards grow in zone 4b?

Yes. Champion is recommended for USDA zones 4a through 8a, which includes zone 4b.

Image: "Brassica oleracea var. acephala Victoria Pigeon 0zz", by Photo by David J. Stang, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC-BY Source.

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