Fordhook Swiss Chard Seeds
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
- REVIEWS
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow Fordhook swiss chard about a week after the last spring frost, planting it 1/2" deep in compost-enriched soil in full sun. For harvesting the entire plant, space the plants 4-5" apart; for continual harvesting of the outer stalks, space the plants 8-10" apart for larger growth. For a continuous summer crop, plant more Fordhook swiss chard every two weeks. Germination should occur in about a week. Swiss chard can survive light frosts, and can be planted as a fall crop.
Growing: Keep the soil evenly moist and weed free with a layer of mulch. Moisture is especially crucial to the seedlings in the first stages of their growth.
Harvesting: Individual leaves can be harvested for greens as soon as they reach a height of 6-8". The whole plant can be cut at the surface of the soil, but to ensure continued growth and another harvest, leave an an inch of stem. Outer stalks can also be harvested individually, leaving the heart to grow.
Seed Saving: Since Fordhook swiss chard is wind pollinated, be sure to separate them from other varieties of chard and beet by at least two miles to preserve genetic purity. Chard plants must weather the winter in order to produce seed; in warmer climates, simply mulch the plants. In cooler climates, dig up the roots and store them in sand, without the roots touching, in a cool and humid location; plant them in early spring. In the spring, the plants will go to seed; wait until the seed heads are fully grown and dry before removing them. The Beta Vulgaris Cicla seeds will readily come off the stems after they are completely dry. Store the seed in a cool, dry place for up to five years.
FAST FACTS
Latin Name: Beta vulgaris cicla
Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Cool Season
USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Seeds per Ounce: 1,300
Planting Method: Direct Sow
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 24 Inches
Color: White
Buyer
I like the packaging that preserves the seeds longer, and I also like the fact that you have more than 6 to 12 seeds per packet. So! I'll give you a thumbs up.
Price
good price for the amount of seeds,. Speedy response on delivery
and very polite to work with over the phone.
Swiss Chard Fordhook
This is truly an amazingly productive variety. It tastes like Swiss chard mixed with Beat. The production and the size of this variety is truly incomparable. the yield, without even nitrogen fertilizers, was extremely good. The production started in June, after 2 months of spring sowing, providing 2.5 kg per month, keeping producing during the high summer temperature, until first frost, 21 st of November. I truly advise this variety to people looking for quality, taste, plant vigor and production.
DESCRIPTION
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow Fordhook swiss chard about a week after the last spring frost, planting it 1/2" deep in compost-enriched soil in full sun. For harvesting the entire plant, space the plants 4-5" apart; for continual harvesting of the outer stalks, space the plants 8-10" apart for larger growth. For a continuous summer crop, plant more Fordhook swiss chard every two weeks. Germination should occur in about a week. Swiss chard can survive light frosts, and can be planted as a fall crop.
Growing: Keep the soil evenly moist and weed free with a layer of mulch. Moisture is especially crucial to the seedlings in the first stages of their growth.
Harvesting: Individual leaves can be harvested for greens as soon as they reach a height of 6-8". The whole plant can be cut at the surface of the soil, but to ensure continued growth and another harvest, leave an an inch of stem. Outer stalks can also be harvested individually, leaving the heart to grow.
Seed Saving: Since Fordhook swiss chard is wind pollinated, be sure to separate them from other varieties of chard and beet by at least two miles to preserve genetic purity. Chard plants must weather the winter in order to produce seed; in warmer climates, simply mulch the plants. In cooler climates, dig up the roots and store them in sand, without the roots touching, in a cool and humid location; plant them in early spring. In the spring, the plants will go to seed; wait until the seed heads are fully grown and dry before removing them. The Beta Vulgaris Cicla seeds will readily come off the stems after they are completely dry. Store the seed in a cool, dry place for up to five years.
FAST FACTS
Latin Name: Beta vulgaris cicla
Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Cool Season
USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Seeds per Ounce: 1,300
Planting Method: Direct Sow
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 24 Inches
Color: White
Reviews
Review
Buyer
I like the packaging that preserves the seeds longer, and I also like the fact that you have more than 6 to 12 seeds per packet. So! I'll give you a thumbs up.
Review
Price
good price for the amount of seeds,. Speedy response on delivery
and very polite to work with over the phone.
Review
Swiss Chard Fordhook
This is truly an amazingly productive variety. It tastes like Swiss chard mixed with Beat. The production and the size of this variety is truly incomparable. the yield, without even nitrogen fertilizers, was extremely good. The production started in June, after 2 months of spring sowing, providing 2.5 kg per month, keeping producing during the high summer temperature, until first frost, 21 st of November. I truly advise this variety to people looking for quality, taste, plant vigor and production.