1 silver tin of 100 Organic non-GMO Cardinal Swiss Chard seeds
Beta vulgaris
(Find more info on germinating seeds by going to our seed guide)
About the seeds:
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difficulty |
beginner | intermediate | advanced |
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germination time |
5-14 days |
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depth |
1/2” |
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spacing |
2" - 3" apart or or sow 1-2 seeds per soil pod or nursery pot, thin to 12" apart |
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recommended planter |
>6" planter |
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time to maturity |
45 days to baby leaves, 75 days to mature leaves |
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seed prep |
pre-soak | scarification | stratification | none |
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method |
greenhouse | paper towel method |
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temperature |
60F - 80F |
About the Plants:
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description |
upright leafy growth with bright red stems |
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difficulty |
beginner | intermediate | advanced |
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growth speed |
slow | medium | fast |
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size of plant |
12” |
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light |
full sun | partial sun | shade | grow lights |
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soil |
coconut coir/peat-based potting mix, pH 6.0-6.4 |
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temperature |
warm | cool |
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pet-friendly |
cats | dogs | no |
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pests |
aphids, slugs, caterpillars |
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fertilization |
heavy | moderate | light |
Extra tips or info: The more light, the more colorful the stems will be. When harvesting the leaves, cut at the base of the stem so the plant can produce more leaves. The leaves are best harvested before they get too big to give the best flavor(don't allow them to get over 12"). They are great in salads or cooked.
For the 2022 growing season.