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Perpetual Spinach Swiss Chard Seeds

Beta vulgaris cicla

5.00 (14 reviews)
  • HOW TO GROW
  • FAST FACTS
  • REVIEWS

HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Direct sow 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 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 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 seeds will readily come off the stems after they are completely dry. Store Perpetual Spinach Swiss chard seeds in a cool, dry place for up to five years.

FAST FACTS

Latin Name: Beta vulgaris cicla

Type: Open Pollinated, Cool Season

USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Seeds per Ounce: 1,500

Planting Method: Direct Sow

Sunlight: Full Sun

Height: 20 Inches

Color: Green

Perpetual Spinach Swiss Chard Seeds 5.0
Review By Gramma Debbie

All Seeds...

....are the best quality, I only buy seeds from here now!

Perpetual Spinach Swiss Chard Seeds 5.0
Review By Stevelyn Winbigler

Seed success!

I've planted about half the seeds I purchased. Only had 2 that didn't germinate. I love the packaging that will offer excellent storage for the rest of my seeds.

Perpetual Spinach Swiss Chard Seeds 5.0
Review By sourwes

Great producer

Love this stuff! It's a prolific producer that you get 2 seasons out of. Can't keep the chickens away from it...

Perpetual Spinach Swiss Chard Seeds 5.0
Review By Judith Haden

wonderful!

Great service, good packaging, very prompt delivery.....thanks!

Perpetual Spinach Swiss Chard Seeds 5.0
Review By Nazar Iskandar

Best seller services

Package arrived in well condition and faster than expected, thanks

Perpetual Spinach Swiss Chard Seeds 5.0
Review By SoCal Gardener

Hoping for a nice heat tolerant chard

I always appreciate the pricing and value from Everwilde. Their shipping was fast and expedient. I needed a heat tolerant variety for Southern California so I chose this chard. So far the germination has been great!

Perpetual Spinach Swiss Chard Seeds 5.0
Review By Shawn Schmidt

Swiss Chard Seed Packet

The seeds arrived about 10 days ago and the plants are sprouting. I am very satisfied with my dealing with Everwilde Farms.

Perpetual Spinach Swiss Chard Seeds 5.0
Review By JOHN SIMONETTI

Swiss Chard Spinach

A little early to review. So far smooth transaction, no problems. Seeds are just starting to sprout. This is a trial pack. Waiting to see if I like them enouph to grow next year. I have been growing Rubarb Swiss Chard, and will continue to do so.

Perpetual Spinach Swiss Chard Seeds 5.0
Review By Juliet Waldron

impressive packaging

Just planted.. . will let you know how it goes. Came quickly.

Perpetual Spinach Swiss Chard Seeds 5.0
Review By Ann Huffman

Excellent Service

Even in these uncertain times, service was prompt for my small order of one packet of swiss chard. Will do business with them again in the future.

Perpetual Spinach Swiss Chard Seeds 5.0
Review By Laura Jenkins

Speedy service

Ordered on a Saturday...lots of seed companies are way behind...really wanted these seeds this month....they shipped the first business day of the flowing week...have recommended them to some friends

Perpetual Spinach Swiss Chard Seeds 5.0
Review By Happy Buyer

Perpetual Spinach Swiss Chard

Seed order arrived quickly, well packaged. Highly recommend these folks!

Perpetual Spinach Swiss Chard Seeds 5.0
Review By Joan Hasselbach

Packaging

Love your Packaging. The Steve should be viable for a longer time

Perpetual Spinach Swiss Chard Seeds 5.0
Review By Cheryl Parrott

Perpetual spinach

Loved what we got and the awesome packaging!Definitely will order again!

Size Price Quantity
XL Mylar Packet (~200 Seeds) $3.48 -+
1 Oz Mylar (~1,500 Seeds) $5.96 -+
1/4 Lb Mylar (113g) $9.28 -+
1 Lb Mylar (454g) $19.20 -+
5 Lb Mylar (2.27kg) $86.40 -+
10 Lb Bulk Bag (4.54kg) $153.60 -+
25 Lb Bulk Bag (11.3kg) $364.80 -+
50 Lb Bulk Bag (22.7kg) $691.20 -+
100 Lb Bulk Bag (45.4kg) $1,344.00 -+
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DESCRIPTION

The shiny green leaves of this swiss chard resemble spinach in appearance and flavor. Very hardy and prolific, it is much slower to bolt than spinach. It is delicious when eaten raw or steamed. Harvest begins at 50 days and can last through Autumn.
Perpetual Spinach Swiss chard, a variety quite similar to spinach, was developed with slim, slightly pointed leaves with thin stems for use in salads. In spite of the name, Swiss chard originates in the Mediterranean region, where professional and home chefs alike use it for salad greens or as a flavoring in soup or rice. The first written mention of this vegetable in the United States is in The American Farmer magazine, where Baltimore farmer Gideon Smith reported his experimental planting. It remained a curiosity until after the Civil War, when gradually it gained in popularity.

HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Direct sow 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 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 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 seeds will readily come off the stems after they are completely dry. Store Perpetual Spinach Swiss chard seeds in a cool, dry place for up to five years.

FAST FACTS

Latin Name: Beta vulgaris cicla

Type: Open Pollinated, Cool Season

USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Seeds per Ounce: 1,500

Planting Method: Direct Sow

Sunlight: Full Sun

Height: 20 Inches

Color: Green

Reviews

5.00
Global Rating: 5.00 from 14 reviews
5.0

Review By Gramma Debbie

All Seeds...

....are the best quality, I only buy seeds from here now!

5.0

Review By Stevelyn Winbigler

Seed success!

I've planted about half the seeds I purchased. Only had 2 that didn't germinate. I love the packaging that will offer excellent storage for the rest of my seeds.

5.0

Review By sourwes

Great producer

Love this stuff! It's a prolific producer that you get 2 seasons out of. Can't keep the chickens away from it...

5.0

Review By Judith Haden

wonderful!

Great service, good packaging, very prompt delivery.....thanks!

5.0

Review By Nazar Iskandar

Best seller services

Package arrived in well condition and faster than expected, thanks

5.0

Review By SoCal Gardener

Hoping for a nice heat tolerant chard

I always appreciate the pricing and value from Everwilde. Their shipping was fast and expedient. I needed a heat tolerant variety for Southern California so I chose this chard. So far the germination has been great!

5.0

Review By Shawn Schmidt

Swiss Chard Seed Packet

The seeds arrived about 10 days ago and the plants are sprouting. I am very satisfied with my dealing with Everwilde Farms.

5.0

Review By JOHN SIMONETTI

Swiss Chard Spinach

A little early to review. So far smooth transaction, no problems. Seeds are just starting to sprout. This is a trial pack. Waiting to see if I like them enouph to grow next year. I have been growing Rubarb Swiss Chard, and will continue to do so.

5.0

Review By Juliet Waldron

impressive packaging

Just planted.. . will let you know how it goes. Came quickly.

5.0

Review By Ann Huffman

Excellent Service

Even in these uncertain times, service was prompt for my small order of one packet of swiss chard. Will do business with them again in the future.

5.0

Review By Laura Jenkins

Speedy service

Ordered on a Saturday...lots of seed companies are way behind...really wanted these seeds this month....they shipped the first business day of the flowing week...have recommended them to some friends

5.0

Review By Happy Buyer

Perpetual Spinach Swiss Chard

Seed order arrived quickly, well packaged. Highly recommend these folks!

5.0

Review By Joan Hasselbach

Packaging

Love your Packaging. The Steve should be viable for a longer time

5.0

Review By Cheryl Parrott

Perpetual spinach

Loved what we got and the awesome packaging!Definitely will order again!