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🥬 Growing Swiss Chard in Zone 6b
Zone 6b has mild winters and a long growing season — good conditions for Swiss Chard. Last frost: Apr 15. First frost: Oct 22.
Planting Calendar
Season: Apr 15 – Oct 22 (190 days)
When to Plant Swiss Chard in Zone 6b
Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 18
Start Swiss Chard seeds indoors around Mar 18 (4 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 75°F. Germinates in 7–14 days.
Transplant Outdoors: Apr 1
Transplant Swiss Chard seedlings outdoors after Apr 1. Wait until soil temperature reaches 50°F. Space plants at 4/sqft (6" apart). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.
Harvest: May 11
First harvest approximately May 11 (~40 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 22).
Fall Planting: Aug 27
For a fall harvest, plant Swiss Chard around Aug 27 (8 weeks before first frost).
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When should I plant Swiss Chard in Zone 6b?
Start Swiss Chard seeds indoors around Mar 18. Transplant outdoors after Apr 1. Expect first harvest around May 11.
What is the last frost date for Zone 6b?
The average last spring frost date for Zone 6b is Apr 15. The first fall frost averages Oct 22, giving a 190-day growing season.
Can I grow Swiss Chard in Zone 6b?
Yes. Swiss Chard needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 6b has a 190-day growing season, which is sufficient.
What is the best month to plant Swiss Chard in Zone 6b?
The best time to start Swiss Chard in Zone 6b is Mar. Begin seeds indoors around Mar 18, then transplant outdoors after the last frost date of Apr 15.
How long does Swiss Chard take to harvest?
Swiss Chard takes approximately 55 days from planting to harvest. In Zone 6b, expect your first harvest around May 11.
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