Description

Orange Swiss Chard is a vibrant, nutritious leafy green prized for its glossy green leaves and striking bright orange stems. It offers a mild, earthy flavor similar to spinach but with a slightly heartier texture, making it excellent for fresh salads, sautéing, soups, and steaming. Both the leaves and stems are edible and highly versatile in the kitchen.

This productive and heat-tolerant variety grows quickly and produces abundant foliage throughout the season. Orange Swiss Chard is especially valued for its ornamental appeal in the garden, adding bold color while also providing a continuous harvest of tender, nutrient-rich greens from spring through fall.

• Type: Annual leafy green (Beta vulgaris subsp. cicla)
• Direct sow: Early spring through mid-summer
• Sun: Full sun to partial shade
• Spacing: 6–12 inches
• Days to maturity: 50–60 days (baby leaves), 60–75 days (full size)

Swiss chard grows best in fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture to encourage tender leaf production. Regular harvesting of outer leaves promotes continuous growth and extended harvests. It tolerates heat better than many leafy greens, making it a reliable choice for summer gardens. Light mulching can help retain soil moisture and reduce weed competition.

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