Collard greens are the leafy giants of the veggie world with amazing cultural roots. This prehistoric looking green is the oldest in the mustard family (Brassicaceae). In the South, this cool season crop can survive all winter long. In fact, many say collard greens taste best after the first frost. Collard greens have a tangy raw flavor which mellows after cooking. This is a great crop to eat from your garden because collards are rich in calcium, and vitamins K, C, and A.
Read more about collard greens in this collard-green themed blog post.
