Item Number: SNV8211B
Organic Chard, Fordhook Giant (1/4 lb)
Produces Dark Glossy Green Leaves
Chard - Fordhook Giant - Beta vulgaris (Cicla group)
Biennial Heirloom. Truly superior green chard for farm and garden, used since the 1750s. Heavily crumpled, very dark glossy green leaves contrast nicely with broad white succulent stems. Receives top marks for fine flavor and texture, also makes a nice poultry feed.
Did You Know? Chard contains vitamins A, C, E, and B6, as well as many minerals.
Soil & Water: Chard prefers moderate soil with plenty of added organic matter and even, moderate water throughout the season.
Planting & Growing: Start seeds indoors 1-2 weeks before the last frost, and keep planting every 2 weeks for succession harvest. Chard tolerates light frosts when young, and moderate freezes once established. It can also adapt to warmer summer temperatures.
Harvesting & Storage: Harvest outer stalks early, or cut the whole plant to allow a second plant to grow.
Soil Temperature: 50-85°F
Planting Depth: 1/2"
Germination: 5-10 Days
Height At Maturity: 24"-28"
Days To Maturity: 50-60 Days
Sun/Shade: Partial Sun
Spacing After Thinning: 4"-5"
Approx Seeds per Pack: 7,586 Seeds
For more information, please enjoy our Resource Guide for planting and growing Chard in your garden.
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Shipping Information
Shipping Information
Shipping Weight: 0.3 lb
Dimensions: 8.0"L x 4.0"W x 0.75"H
Features
Features
- Heirloom
- Open-Pollinated
- Succession Planting
Characteristics
Characteristics
Planting & Care
Planting & Care
Soil & Water: Chard prefers moderate soil with plenty of added organic matter and even, moderate water throughout the season.
Planting & Growing: Start seeds indoors 1-2 weeks before the last frost, and keep planting every 2 weeks for succession harvest. Chard tolerates light frosts when young, and moderate freezes once established. It can also adapt to warmer summer temperatures.
Harvesting & Storage: Harvest outer stalks early, or cut the whole plant to allow a second plant to grow.
Useful Information
Useful Information
Guarantee
Guarantee
Peaceful Valley Farm & Garden Supply brand vegetable seeds are guaranteed to germinate. Once the seeds have sprouted, please understand that Peaceful Valley cannot be held responsible for the many uncontrollable growing and climatic conditions that must be met to ensure the success of your crop(s).
