Beta vulgaris subsp. cicla
Beta vulgaris subsp. cicla
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The tender sweet rhubarb-like stalks of this organic swiss chard are ruby red. The bright color extends into the leaf veins of the dark green, heavily crumpled leaves. It's delicious in salads or cooked. These very ornamental plants reach 18"-24" in length!
Sku: 1409
Vendor: Ferry-Morse
Sun/Partial Shade
7-10 Days
50-60 Days
12"+
Botanical Name: Beta vulgaris subsp. cicla
Approximate Number of Seeds Per Packet: 160
Flavor: Sweet, earthy tastes.
Preparation Ideas: Steam with other greens or add to salads.
Plant Type: Vegetable
Fill Weight (grams): 3.75
Sow Organic Ruby Swiss Chard seeds in outdoor rows as soon as the ground can be worked. Place 1 seed every 3" and cover firmly with soil. Swiss Chard prefers full sun. Thin to 6" apart when plants are 3" tall. Use trimmings as fresh greens. Keep plants heavily mulched and moist.
Planting Depth: .25"
Seed Spacing: Plant your Organic Ruby Swiss Chard seeds roughly 6" apart in rows.
When plants are 7" tall, cut outer leaves at soil level with a sharp knife. Harvest will continue all season if inside leaves are permitted to grow.
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