Vegetables
Beginner
Annual/biennial crop
Rainbow Swiss Chard
Beta vulgaris subsp. cicla
About Plant: Rainbow Swiss Chard
A colorful mix of chard with edible glossy leaves and brilliant stems in shades of red, yellow, orange and pink.
Growing Profile
SunlightFull Sun to Part Shade
WaterRegular moisture
SoilRich, well-drained (6.0–7.5)
Spacing6–18 inches
Height8–30 inches
Time to Harvest50-60
Planting Depth1/4–1/2 inch
Germination Time5–14 days
Expert Growing Tips
Cool weather produces the best tender growth; harvest outer leaves often while leaving the center growing point intact.