| Common Name | Swiss Chard |
|---|---|
| Family | Amaranthaceae |
| Flavor Profile | Earthy, Tender & Crisp Texture |
| Growing Conditions | Cold Tolerant, Outdoor |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Harvest Advantages | Extended Harvest, Fresh Eating |
| Life Cycle | Annual |
| Plant Attributes | Edible, Fast Growing, Leafy Vegetable |
| Plant Height | 18" - 20" |
| Planting Season | Autumn, Spring |
| Seed Type | Heirloom, Open-Pollinated |
| Use | Culinary, Food Plot |
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Starting at $2.40
A nutritious green. Best when steamed. Delicious sliced thin for salads or cooked like asparagus. Cut off outer leaves near base for continuous harvest.
| Days to Maturity | 60 days |
|---|---|
| Hardiness Zones | 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| Light Requirement | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| Plant Spacing | 5" - 6" |
| Planting Depth | 1/4” |
| Sowing Method | Direct Sow |
| Water Needs | Average |
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