Ferry-Morse
Ruby
Swiss Chard
Beta vulgaris var. cicla
HeirloomOrganicNon-GMONon-Neonic
About (From this Label)
Swiss Chard Ruby is a good yielder all summer and into the fall. The tender sweet rhubarb-like stalks 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 inches.
About the Plant
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Germination
7–10 days
at 45 °F
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Days to Maturity
50–60 days
Plant Height
1.5–2 ft
Mature Spread
1–1.5 ft
How to Plant
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Container Friendly
Yes
Planting Depth
0.25 in
Seed Spacing
3 in
Row Spacing
1.667 ft
Thin To
6 in
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Soil Temp
45 °F
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Air Temp
15 °F
Planting and Care Instructions (From this Label)
Sow in outdoor rows as soon as the ground can be worked. Place 1 seed every 3 inches and cover firmly with soil. Prefers full sun. Thin to 6 inches apart when plants are 3 inches tall. Use trimmings as fresh greens. Keep plants heavily mulched and moist.
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