Swiss Chard Seeds - Fordhook HEIRLOOM - AAS WINNER
- White Stemmed Leafy Green
- Works in any climate
- Adaptable to Sun or Shade
Shipping Schedule
Seeds are shipped year-round, while perennials & bulbs are shipped seasonally. Pre-ordered bulbs ship at the proper planting time for your zone. Spring pre-orders are placed any time before March 1. Fall pre-orders are placed any time before September 1. These items will not ship immediately, but will be delivered at the ideal time for planting. Orders containing both seeds and bulbs may be split into multiple shipments. Click here for more shipping information.
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Product Description
Heirloom "Fordhook" Swiss Chard Seeds
If you’re a “chard head” like us, you’re in select company, as Swiss Chard is not commonly available these days. No matter – enjoy Fordhook Swiss Chard steamed or boiled with a touch of butter. The Fordhook Swiss Chard is a versatile and resilient variety that can be grown successfully in just about any climate. White stems, with dark green leaves. A good performer in any garden.
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Fast Facts
Name: Swiss Chard Seeds - Fordhook Botanical Name: Beta vulgaris Life Cycle: Annual Light Requirement: Full Sun, Partial Sun Planting Season: Cool Season Plant Type: Leafstalk Vegetable Features: Heirloom, Drought Tolerant, Container Garden, Good for Microgreens Fruit Size: 8-10" stalks Days to Maturity: 30-60 Days Plant Spacing: 12 inches Planting Depth: 1/2 inch Sowing Method: Direct Sow Cold Stratification: No Hardiness Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Ships: Year Round -
Planting Instructions
How to Grow Fordhook Swiss Chard
When to Plant Swiss Chard Seeds
Starting Indoors: sow seeds indoors in the early Spring, 4 – 6 weeks prior to the last heavy frost of the season has passed. Sow seeds ½" deep, 2 seeds every 2", thin to 4" -6” apart.
Starting Outdoors – directly sow seeds 2 – 3 weeks before the last spring frost date. For a fall harvest, plant Chard seeds about 40 days before the first fall frost date.
Where to Plant Swiss Chard Seeds
Plant your Swiss Chard in well-draining, rich, light soil, in full sun.
How to Plant Swiss Chard Seeds
Prepare your planting area by turning over soil under to a depth of 8 inches. Level with a rake to remove any clumps of grass or debris. Sow about 6 inches apart and cover with ½ inch fine soil. Compress seeds lightly into the soil and keep area evenly moist. Keep the soil moist but not saturated. Seedlings emerge in about 7-14 days. Once seedlings are 2 – 4 inches tall, thin them out so that they are 12 inches apart.
How to Harvest Swiss Chard
When leaves are 8-10" long, cut the outer leaves 1-2" above the soil. Once you begin to harvest, you can continue until frost begins
Product Reviews
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Germinated fast without any loss. Quality product
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