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When to Plant Collard Green in Bronxville, New York (10708)

Location

Bronxville, New York

ZIP Code

10708

USDA Zone

7b

Last Frost

Sunday, April 5, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Start Seeds Indoors

Sunday, February 22, 2026

Transplant Outdoors

Sunday, April 5, 2026

Based on last frost Sunday, April 5, 2026 · Zone 7b

Pro tip: Start Collard Green seeds indoors 6 weeks before your last frost date, then transplant outdoors around Sunday, April 5, 2026.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Brassica oleracea var. viridis
Days to Maturity 60 days
Mature Height 24-36"
Spread 18"
Type Leaf
Fruit Size N/A

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun (6+ hours)

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Water

Regular (1-1.5 inches/week)

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Spacing

18" apart

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Planting Depth

0.5" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 4-7 days

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🤝 Good Companions

BeetCeleryOnionDill

⚠️ Avoid Planting Near

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Full Companion Planting Guide for Collard Green

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🛠️ Supplies You'll Need

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🌾 Seed Saving Guide

🔴 Difficult
✅ Open-pollinated — seeds grow true to parent

When to Harvest Seed

Harvest seed pods when dry and tan, before they shatter.

Processing

Thresh dried seed stalks, winnow to separate seeds from chaff.

Seed Viability

Up to 5 years when stored cool, dark, and dry.

Pro Tip

B. oleracea — crosses with all other oleracea crops including kale, broccoli, and cabbage.

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Raised Bed Planting Guides

A 4×8 bed fits 14 plants of Collard Green. See plant counts, spacing grids, and companion pairings for every bed size →

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Collard Green in Bronxville, New York? +

In Bronxville (Zone 7b), start Collard Green seeds indoors around Sunday, February 22, 2026 and transplant outdoors around Sunday, April 5, 2026.

What is the last frost date for Bronxville, New York? +

The average last spring frost date for Bronxville, New York (ZIP 10708) is around Sunday, April 5, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 7b.

How long does Collard Green take to grow? +

Collard Green typically matures in about 60 days from transplanting. In Bronxville, that means you can expect harvest around Sunday, April 5, 2026 plus 60 days.

Should I start Collard Green indoors or direct sow in New York? +

Collard Green should be started indoors 6 weeks before your last frost date. In Bronxville, that means starting around Sunday, February 22, 2026.

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Growing Collard Green in Zone 7b

Collard Green (Brassica oleracea var. viridis) is a popular garden vegetable. In Bronxville, New York, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b, you should start seeds indoors around Sunday, February 22, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Sunday, April 5, 2026. Plan to transplant your Collard Green seedlings outdoors around Sunday, April 5, 2026, about 0 weeks after your last frost date.