Swiss chard 'Eldorado'
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Savoy green foliage and brilliant golden stems
Swiss chard “Eldorado” ( Beta vulgaris subsp. cicla ), offered by OSC Seeds
This magnificent heirloom chard is distinguished by its glossy green , Savoy -type leaves, borne on strong , bright yellow to golden stems. The plants, uniform and slow to bolt , reach 60 to 80 cm in height, offering both excellent vegetable value and superb ornamental appeal in the garden. A productive, robust, and easy-to-grow variety.
Propagation: Direct sowing (successive sowings every two weeks in cool weather)
Plant height: 60–80 cm
Package size: Approximately 50 seeds
Harvest time: 65 days
Frost tolerance: Frost resistant
Companion plants: Carrots, onions, lettuce
Incompatible plants: Spinach (same family, nutritional competition)
Planting and maintenance:
Sow directly in full sun in rich, well-drained soil. Sow 10–15 mm deep in rows 30–45 cm apart. Keep the soil evenly moist until germination, then water regularly to encourage thick, colorful stems. Harvest young leaves early or allow plants to develop for extended production. For a continuous harvest, sow at two-week intervals during cooler periods.
