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Swiss Chard ‘Ruby’

Beta vulgaris ssp. cicla

seeds only available to PSW members – limit of 1 packet of this variety

  • rare in seedbank; will only be sold to known seed returners
  • similar to silverbeet
  • dark leaves, red stems
  • long harvest time
  • nutritious, high in anti-oxidants

NOTE: If the price is reduced, the seed has passed its best-by date.
Best-by date, germination rates, and growing information are in “Additional Information”.

SKU: SWC-RUB Categories: ,

Description

Swiss Chard ‘Ruby Red’ is a biennial usually grown as an annual, Related to, but not the same as, silverbeet. Dark green leaves, red stems. Good for baby leaves. To prolong harvest, pick only outer leaves – do not cut the whole plant. Soak seeds overnight before sowing. Seeds can be harvested in the second year.

Additional information

Best By

Feb-24

germination rate - current stock

not tested

Packet Quantity

10 seeds

Lifecycle

biennial

Sowing Months

September; October; November; December; January; February; March; April; May

Method

soak seed overnight, sow direct or raise seedlings

Depth to Sow

15mm

Germination

5-10 days

Distance Apart

30cm

Harvest

60-70 days