When should I plant Swiss Chard in Zone 6a?

Start Swiss Chard seeds indoors around Mar 31. Transplant outdoors after Apr 14. Expect first harvest around May 24.

What is the last frost date for Zone 6a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 6a is Apr 28. The first fall frost averages Oct 8, giving a 163-day growing season.

Can I grow Swiss Chard in Zone 6a?

Yes. Swiss Chard needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 6a has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🥬 Growing Swiss Chard in Zone 6a

Zone 6a has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Swiss Chard. Fros terakhir: Apr 28. Fros pertama: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 31Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 hari)

Zon6a

Fros terakhirApr 28

Fros pertamaOct 8

Musim163 hari

Tuaian55 hari

MatahariSeparuh Teduh

When to Plant Swiss Chard in Zone 6a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 31

Start Swiss Chard seeds indoors around Mar 31 (4 minggu sebelum fros terakhir). Optimal germination temperature: 75F. Germinates in 7-14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 14

Transplant Swiss Chard seedlings outdoors after Apr 14. Wait until soil temperature reaches 50F. Space plants at 4/m² (15cm jarak). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: May 24

First harvest approximately May 24 (~40 hari from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8).

Fall Planting: Aug 13

For a fall harvest, plant Swiss Chard around Aug 13 (8 weeks before first frost).

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