Fordhook Giant
Swiss Chard
Beta vulgaris var. cicla
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Amaranthaceae (Amaranth family) · Genus: Beta
About
Heavy yields of rich, dark green crumpled leaves are thick, fleshy and very tender when cooked.
About the Plant
Life Cycle
Annual
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Hardiness
Cool-Season/Half-Hardy
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Exposure
Full Sun
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Moisture
Evenly Moist
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Germination
7–14 days
at 40–95 °F
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Days to Maturity
28–60 days
Plant Height
8–10 in
How to Plant
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Start Indoors
4-6 Weeks Before Last Frost
Transplant
4-6 Weeks Before Last Frost
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Direct Sow (Spring)
4-6 Weeks Before Last Frost
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Direct Sow (Fall)
8-10 Weeks Before First Frost
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Container Friendly
Yes
Planting Depth
0.5–0.75 in
Seed Spacing
6 in
Row Spacing
6–18 in
Thin To
6–12 in
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Optimal Soil Temp
50–85 °F
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Soil Temp
40–95 °F
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Air Temp
28–75 °F
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Planting and Care Instructions
SOW in average soil in spring as early as ground can be worked. Sow about 6" apart and cover with 1/2" of fine soil. Firm lightly and keep evenly moist. Seedlings emerge in 7-14 days. Thin to stand about 12" apart when seedlings are 1-2" tall.
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