Rhubarb Swiss Chard
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Rhubarb Swiss Chard: Bold Flavor and Striking Color
Rhubarb Swiss Chard (Beta vulgaris cicla), offered by OSC Seeds
Rhubarb Swiss Chard is an open-pollinated variety prized for its deep green, crimson-veined leaves and vibrant red stalks. This robust plant, growing 60 to 80 cm tall, is both a culinary favorite and an eye-catching ornamental addition to your garden. Its crisp, flavorful leaves are perfect for stir-fries, soups, and salads.
Spread: Final spacing of 10 cm after thinning
Plant height: 60 to 80 cm
Packet size: Approximately 60 seeds
Companion plants: Lettuce, carrots, onions
Incompatible plants: Spinach, potatoes
How to Grow:
Direct sow seeds 1–2 cm deep and 2.5 cm apart as soon as the soil is workable in spring. Continue sowing every two weeks until early summer for a continuous harvest. Space rows 45 cm apart. Gradually thin seedlings to 10 cm apart, enjoying the tender young greens. To harvest, cut the outer leaves at the base while allowing new leaves to grow. One packet sows approximately 6 m of row. Germination takes about 10 days.
Rhubarb Swiss Chard is perfect for gardeners seeking an easy, productive crop that adds vibrant color and delicious flavor to the garden and kitchen.
