How long does it take to grow Swiss Chard?

Swiss Chard takes approximately 55 days from planting to harvest.

How much sun does Swiss Chard need?

Swiss Chard requires part sun / part shade.

Plant Swiss Chard at 4/sqft (6" apart) using square foot gardening spacing.

Swiss Chard is tolerant of light frost.

Swiss Chard seeds germinate in 7-14 days at an optimal temperature of 75°F.

Start Swiss Chard seeds indoors 4 weeks before your last frost date, then transplant -2 weeks after last frost.

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Chenopodiaceae family

Days to Harvest55 days

SunlightPart Sun / Part Shade

Frost ToleranceLight

Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

Germination7-14 days

HardinessSemi Hardy

Germ. Temp75°F

Start Indoors4 weeks before last frost

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