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🥬 Growing Swiss Chard in Zone 7b
Zone 7b has mild winters and a long growing season — good conditions for Swiss Chard. Last frost: Apr 10. First frost: Nov 7.
Planting Calendar
Season: Apr 10 – Nov 7 (211 days)
When to Plant Swiss Chard in Zone 7b
Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 13
Start Swiss Chard seeds indoors around Mar 13 (4 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 75°F. Germinates in 7–14 days.
Transplant Outdoors: Mar 27
Transplant Swiss Chard seedlings outdoors after Mar 27. 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 6
First harvest approximately May 6 (~40 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 7).
Fall Planting: Sep 12
For a fall harvest, plant Swiss Chard around Sep 12 (8 weeks before first frost).
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When should I plant Swiss Chard in Zone 7b?
Start Swiss Chard seeds indoors around Mar 13. Transplant outdoors after Mar 27. Expect first harvest around May 6.
What is the last frost date for Zone 7b?
The average last spring frost date for Zone 7b is Apr 10. The first fall frost averages Nov 7, giving a 211-day growing season.
Can I grow Swiss Chard in Zone 7b?
Yes. Swiss Chard needs 55 days to harvest. Zone 7b has a 211-day growing season, which is sufficient.
What is the best month to plant Swiss Chard in Zone 7b?
The best time to start Swiss Chard in Zone 7b is Mar. Begin seeds indoors around Mar 13, then transplant outdoors after the last frost date of Apr 10.
How long does Swiss Chard take to harvest?
Swiss Chard takes approximately 55 days from planting to harvest. In Zone 7b, expect your first harvest around May 6.
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