Peppermint Swiss Chard Seeds 2172
Peppermint Swiss Chard Seeds 2172 Peppermint is in a class by itself. Bright white petioles dressed with pink stripes from bottom to top contrast brilliantly with dark green savoyed leaves. Peppermint creates a visual pop that will catch any eye and is perfect for specialty markets and home gardeners alike. Use this bolt tolerant chard as an ornamental plant, an edible plant..or both!
How to Grow
Chard grows best in well drained soils with a pH of 6.5-7.5. Sow seed about 1-2 cm (1/2-3/4"") deep and 2.5 cm (1"") apart in rows 45 cm (18"") apart starting in mid spring. When using as an edible green, sow see every two weeks until early summer to help ensure continuous supply
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Lifecycle |
Annual |
| Propagation |
Sow Direct Every Two Weeks as Long As Weather Is Cool |
| Days to Emergence |
5 to 10 days |
| Light |
Full Sun |
| Growth Habit |
Bushy |
| Height |
Medium (60 to 80 cm)(24"" to 32"") |
| Frost Tolerance |
Frost Hardy |
| Days to Harvest |
55 |
| Degree of Difficulty |
Easy |
| Heritage |
Open Pollinated |
| Family Name |
Amaranthaceae |
| Latin |
Beta vulgaris subsp. cicla |
| Suggested Uses |
Edible green, Ornamental in gardens or containers |
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