Description

Flash is a high yielding Vates-type with a smooth (not wavy) leaf. With fast regrowth and a slow bolting nature, Flash allows for repeated harvests of dark green leaves. Used for stripping, bunching, and processing.

Culinary Benefits: Collard greens are a dense, leafy green with a mild flavor like a cross between kale and cabbage. They are a cruciferous vegetable. These plants are native to North America and have been a traditional part of the Southern American diet while providing diversity in culinary preparations. Collard greens can be served raw in salads, juices and smoothies, and wraps, or can be slow cooked, stir fried, or even roasted.

Health Benefits: Collard greens are packed with vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber and provide many health benefits when eaten regularly as part of a healthy diet. There are various health benefits of collard greens including improved bone health, disease prevention, improved immune health, diabetes mitigation and weight control. Collard greens are rich in potassium, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Calcium, Potassium, Folate, and Antioxidants.

Seed Characteristics