Swiss Chard Growing Guide
Crop Rotation Group
Chenopodiaceae (Beet family) ●
Soil
Rich soil best but will grow in most places.
Position
Sun or partial shade.
Frost tolerant
Yes.
Feeding
Not usually required.
Companions
Onion, Onions, Beetroot and Cabbage.
Spacing
Single Plants: 35cm (1' 1") each way (minimum)
Rows: 30cm (11") with 40cm (1' 3") row gap (minimum)
Sow and Plant
Sow direct into the ground from mid spring onwards.
Our Garden Planner can produce a personalised calendar of when to sow, plant and harvest for your area.
Notes
Keep well watered in dry weather
Harvesting
Cut a few leaves from the outside of the plant regularly from late spring onwards.
Planting and Harvesting Calendar
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