Organic 'Rhubarb' Swiss Chard

Latin name *Beta vulgaris* var. *cicla*
Quantity per packet About 100 seeds
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Product
identification
Latin name*Beta vulgaris* var. *cicla*
FamilyAmaranthaceae
TypeVegetable
CycleBiennial
Quantity per packAbout 100 seeds
Code produitJAREC-0020
Product
description

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.

Sowing
guide
Sowing periodMay to July
Sowing depth0.6 to 0.8 in. (1.5 to 2 cm)
Germination temperature10 to 30 °C (50 to 86 °F)
Germination time7 to 14 days
Soil
and care
ExposureSun to partial shade
Soil
Loose, silty and well-drained soil
Watering
Regular
Container
growing
true
Bloom,
harvest
and garden
Garden use
Salad, stir-fry, cooked dish, pot culture, ornamental garden
Bloom period
June to August, second year
Harvest
60 days after sowing
Size
and facts
Height40 cm (16 in)
Spread30 cm (12 in)
Planting
partners
Good companions
Carrots, onions, lettuce
Avoid planting with
Corn, potatoes
The availability of our seeds varies depending on seasonal availability, production schedules and supplier inventory. Certain varieties may only be offered for a limited time based on their natural growth cycle, sowing period or available stock. These product pages are designed to help and inspire gardeners in choosing the right seeds for vegetable gardens, flower beds, pollinator gardens, container growing, naturalization projects and sustainable outdoor spaces.