Swiss Chard
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| Tags | vegetable |
| Binomial Name | Beta vulgaris |
| Taxon | Species |
| Description | Swiss Chard is a leafy green vegetable in the Beet family. The thick stems come in a variety of colors including white, pink, red, yellow, orange, and pale green. It has large, crinkly leaves with distinctive veins. The leaves and stems are edible and high in nutrients. Swiss chard can be eaten raw or sautéed, baked, or steamed. |
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| Sun Requirements | Full Sun |
| Growing Degree Days | 55 days |
| Sowing Method | Direct seed indoors or outdoors. Transplant seedlings after hardening off. |
| Spread (diameter) | 20 centimeters |
| Row Spacing | 30 centimeters |
| Height | 35 centimeters |