Rainbow Chard, Red Chard, Silver Beet, Silverbeet, Mangold
Heat and cold tolerant — one of the most versatile greens. Harvest outer leaves; plant regrows for months. Direct sow 2–4 weeks before last frost or transplant. The 'seeds' are actually seed clusters — thin to 6" apart. Best for mid-spring through fall; overwinters in mild zones with protection.
Light
Full sun
Water
Medium water
Temperature
4–30 °C
Frost tolerance
Frost-hardy — tolerates frost
Days to maturity
55–70 days
Plant spacing
30 cm
Ideal soil pH
7.5–8
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