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Swiss Chard
Fordhook Giant
Leafy GreensDirect SowTransplant
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Sun
full sun
💧
Water
Every 4 days
🌱
Germination
10 days
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Days to harvest
60 days
📏
Planting depth
0.5 inches deep
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Row spacing
12 inches
When to Plant
Direct sow in early spring
Growing Guide
Soil: rich, moist
White stems, large crinkled leaves. Very productive. Good for cooking and braising.
Care
💧 Water every 4 days
🌿 Fertilize every 21 days
📐 Spacing: 6 inches apart · 12 inches between rows
Recommended sub-rows: 3
Harvest & Storage
Ready in 60 days with a harvest window of 60 days.
Companion Planting
Grows well with:
beanonion