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Aimers Organics

Aimers Organics Seeds - Swiss Chard - Rainbow

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Rainbow Organic Swiss Chard Seeds 4197. Open Pollinated. Approx. 100 seeds/pkt (100 seeds/gram).

Brightly coloured stems of yellow, crimson, gold, orange, violet, purple, white, green and pink with contrasting dark green, crinkled leaves. Leaves have a lighter taste than the standard chard. As Rainbow produces such a colourful display, it is often used as an ornamental in flower gardens and containers.

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Swiss Chard grows best in well drained soils with a pH of 6.5 to 7.5. Sow seed about 1-2cm (1/2-3/4in) deep and 2.5cm (1in) apart in rows 45cm(18in) apart starting in mid spring. Sowing seed every two weeks until early summer will ensure continuous supply. Gradually thin out seedlings to 10cm (4in) apart using the thinnings as baby greens. On older plants, harvest outer leaves first by cutting at the base of the stem then working towards the centre as you go.

  • Planting Depth: 1cm - 2cm (1/2in - 3/4in)
  • Seed Spacing: 2.5cm (1in)
  • Thin To: 10cm (4in)
  • Row Spacing: 45cm (18in)
Size
packet
Days to Emergence
7 - 14 days
Days to Harvest 55 days
Degree of Difficulty Easy
Family Name Amaranthaceae
Frost Tolerance Frost Hardy
Growth Habit Bushy
Height Medium (60 - 80cm)
Heritage Open Pollinated
Latin Beta vulgaris
Lifecycle Annual
Light Full Sun
Organic Status Certified Organic
Propagation Sow Direct Every Two Weeks Mid Spring Through June