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When to Plant Collard Green in Pullman, West Virginia (26421)

Location

Pullman, West Virginia

ZIP Code

26421

USDA Zone

6b

Last Frost

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Start Seeds Indoors

Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Transplant Outdoors

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Based on last frost Wednesday, April 15, 2026 · Zone 6b

Pro tip: Start Collard Green seeds indoors 6 weeks before your last frost date, then transplant outdoors around Wednesday, April 15, 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 Pullman, West Virginia? +

In Pullman (Zone 6b), start Collard Green seeds indoors around Wednesday, March 4, 2026 and transplant outdoors around Wednesday, April 15, 2026.

What is the last frost date for Pullman, West Virginia? +

The average last spring frost date for Pullman, West Virginia (ZIP 26421) is around Wednesday, April 15, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 6b.

How long does Collard Green take to grow? +

Collard Green typically matures in about 60 days from transplanting. In Pullman, that means you can expect harvest around Wednesday, April 15, 2026 plus 60 days.

Should I start Collard Green indoors or direct sow in West Virginia? +

Collard Green should be started indoors 6 weeks before your last frost date. In Pullman, that means starting around Wednesday, March 4, 2026.

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Growing Collard Green in Zone 6b

Collard Green (Brassica oleracea var. viridis) is a popular garden vegetable. In Pullman, West Virginia, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b, you should start seeds indoors around Wednesday, March 4, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Plan to transplant your Collard Green seedlings outdoors around Wednesday, April 15, 2026, about 0 weeks after your last frost date.