Quantity
About 100 seeds
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
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Family
Amaranthaceae
Type
Vegetable
Cycle
Biennial
Organic 'Rhubarb' chard is a variety that is as decorative as it is productive, capable of brightening the vegetable garden with the vividness of its bright red stalks and the richness of its dark green foliage. With its colorful appearance, Beta vulgaris var. cicla brings a remarkable ornamental presence, while remaining a highly versatile leafy vegetable in the kitchen. Its mild, fresh flavor, devoid of marked bitterness, makes it particularly pleasant in salads, stir-fries, or stews. Highly heat-resistant, it continues to produce consistently in the heart of summer, making it a valuable ally for prolonged harvests. In the garden, it easily integrates into productive vegetable patches as well as edible flowerbeds, where its color contrast immediately catches the eye. Easy to grow in loose, loamy, well-worked soil, it appreciates bright exposure and regular watering to produce tender leaves and crisp stalks. Its simple cultivation and good tolerance to summer conditions suit both beginner gardeners and lovers of vegetables that are as beautiful as they are tasty. It is a variety that combines abundance, elegance, and versatility with great naturalness.
Planting guide
From plantingto establishment.
Planting depth
0.6 to 0.8 in. (1.5 to 2 cm)
Establishment temperature
10 to 30 °C (50 to 86 °F)
Establishment time
7 to 14 days
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Soil
Loose, silty and well-drained soil
Watering
Regular
Container growing
A controlledenvironment.
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Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodJune to August, second year
Harvest60 days after sowing
Garden associations
What to plantwith it.
Good companionsCarrots, onions, lettuce
Avoid planting withCorn, potatoes
Salad, stir-fry, cooked dish, pot culture, ornamental garden
