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Swiss Chard Seeds For Planting, Rainbow Mixture (Beta vulgaris)

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ALL ABOUT SWISS CHARD

SEED COUNT

150 SEEDS

OPEN POLLINATEDED

YES

ORGANIC

NO

HEIRLOOM

YES

UNTREATED

YES

NON-GMO

YES
Rainbow Swiss chard is a vibrant vegetable known for its colorful stalks, which can range from white, yellow, orange, red, to pink, contrasting with its rich green leaves. This variety of chard not only adds visual appeal to dishes but also packs a nutritional punch, rich in vitamins A, C, and K, along with minerals like magnesium and potassium. It's versatile in cooking, used in salads, sautés, or as a decorative element in dishes due to its striking colors.


The history of Rainbow Swiss chard traces back to the general cultivation of chard, which has been enjoyed by humans for centuries, with its origins linked to the Mediterranean region where its ancestor, the sea beet, grows wild. The "Rainbow" chard we recognize today is a mix of different chard varieties, specifically developed for their aesthetic appeal, likely gaining popularity in the late 20th century as ornamental edibles became trendy. While not as ancient as its green counterpart, its development into a colorful variety adds a modern twist to this ancient vegetable, making it a favorite in both gardens and on plates for its beauty and taste.

ALL ABOUT SWISS CHARD

SEED COUNT

150 SEEDS

OPEN POLLINATEDED

YES

ORGANIC

NO

UNTREATED

YES

NON-GMO

YES

HEIRLOOM

YES
Rainbow Swiss chard is a vibrant vegetable known for its colorful stalks, which can range from white, yellow, orange, red, to pink, contrasting with its rich green leaves. This variety of chard not only adds visual appeal to dishes but also packs a nutritional punch, rich in vitamins A, C, and K, along with minerals like magnesium and potassium. It's versatile in cooking, used in salads, sautés, or as a decorative element in dishes due to its striking colors.


The history of Rainbow Swiss chard traces back to the general cultivation of chard, which has been enjoyed by humans for centuries, with its origins linked to the Mediterranean region where its ancestor, the sea beet, grows wild. The "Rainbow" chard we recognize today is a mix of different chard varieties, specifically developed for their aesthetic appeal, likely gaining popularity in the late 20th century as ornamental edibles became trendy. While not as ancient as its green counterpart, its development into a colorful variety adds a modern twist to this ancient vegetable, making it a favorite in both gardens and on plates for its beauty and taste.

ADDITIONAL SOWING INFORMATION

GROWERS TIP

SEED PREP

Can be soaked, but not required.

SOWING DEPTH

Sow the seed 1/2” under.

LIGHT PREFERENCE

Prefers an area of full sunlight.

SOIL CONDITIONS

Prefers a rich and fertile soil.

MOISTURE NEEDS

Water daily but avoid drowning.

GERMINATION

Germinates in 7 to 14 days.

PLANT HEIGHT

Grows to a height of 20” tall.

PLANT WIDTH

Spreads about 12” wide.

PLANT SPACING

Space plants 4” to 6” apart.

ROW SPACING

Space rows 2’ apart.

CROP SIZE

Produces 10” colorful stalks.

SEASON

Annual crop

SCIENTIFIC NAME

Beta vulgaris

DIFFICULTY LEVEL

Very easy to grow from seed.

HARVEST

30 to 60 Days

WHAT ARE CUSTOMERS SAYING?

ADDITIONAL SOWING INFORMATION

GROWERS TIP

PREPERATION

Can be soaked, but not required.

SOWING DEPTH

Sow the seed 1/2” under.

LIGHT PREFERENCE

Prefers an area of full sunlight.

SOIL CONDITIONS

Prefers a rich and fertile soil.

MOISTURE NEEDS

Water daily but avoid drowning.

GERMINATION

Germinates in 7 to 14 days.

PLANT HEIGHT

Grows to a height of 20” tall.

PLANT WIDTH

Spreads about 12” wide.

PLANT SPACING

Space plants 4” to 6” apart.

ROW SPACING

Space rows 2’ apart.

CROP SIZE

Produces 10” colorful stalks.

SEASON

Annual crop

SCIENTIFIC NAME

Beta vulgaris

DIFFICULTY LEVEL

Very easy to grow from seed.

HARVEST

30 to 60 Days

WHAT ARE CUSTOMERS SAYING?