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Swiss Chard Rhubarb

Beta vulgaris Rhubarb Chard
Swiss Chard Rhubarb

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Very good germination rate, good growth, leaves and stalks are very good. And magnificent to look at!

Mylène B., 17/09/2020

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'Rhubarb' chard is an excellent quality, ornamental variety that produces attractive dark green leaves and bright red stems. Delicious sautéed in butter or in gratin (unfortunately the stems don’t hold their bright colour when cooked). Sow from April to July. Harvest from July to November.
Ease of cultivation
Beginner
Height at maturity
50 cm
Spread at maturity
40 cm
Soil moisture
Moist soil
Germination time (days)
15 days
Sowing method
Direct sowing
Sowing period April to July
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Harvest time June to October
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Description

'Rhubarb' chard is an excellent quality, ornamental variety that produces attractive dark green leaves and bright red stems. Delicious sautéed in butter or in gratin (unfortunately the stems don’t hold their bright colour when cooked). Sow from April to July. Harvest from July to November.

Chard (Beta vulgaris), also known as leaf beet or silver beet, is a leaf vegetable that has regained popularity over recent years. Its edible stems come in an array of colours, from white to red, purple or yellow. They are delicious in gratin, sautéed or lightly steamed. The leaves can be used like spinach in quiches, omelettes or soups. Chard is low in calories and high in fibre, vitamins and minerals. However, it also contains oxalates and should be eaten in moderation, especially by those suffering from arthritis or rheumatic disorders.

Harvesting: harvest the larger leaves as and when required

Storage: chard will stay fresh in the refrigerator for a few days

Good to know: Mulching with grass clippings or dead leaves is recommended, especially during hot dry spells, as this will help keep the soil moist whilst limiting weed growth.

Harvest

Harvest time June to October
Type of vegetable Leaf vegetable
Vegetable colour green
Size of vegetable Medium
Interest Flavour, Nutritional value, Colour
Use Cooking

Plant habit

Height at maturity 50 cm
Spread at maturity 40 cm
Growth rate normal

Foliage

Foliage persistence Semi-evergreen
Foliage colour medium green

Botanical data

Genus

Beta

Species

vulgaris

Cultivar

Rhubarb Chard

Family

Chenopodiaceae

Other common names

Swiss Chard Rhubarb

Origin

Mediterranean

Annual / Perennial

Biennial

Product reference40101

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Planting and care

Soil preparation: chard enjoys free-draining, moist and rich soils with a good supply of organic matter. Make sure to amend your soil several months in advance, as the plants may suffer from too recent soil amendments. Choose an open, sunny location in cool, well-loosened soil.

Direct sowing is recommended as transplanting sometimes causes premature bolting.

Sow 3-4 seeds every 40 cm, or in shallow-bottomed furrows, 40 cm apart. Cover the seeds with about 1 cm of fine soil and water regularly until germination. When the seedlings have 3-4 true leaves, thin them out by keeping the strongest plant every 40 cm.

 

Care:

Hoe and weed around your plants regularly. Water generously, and often and use mulch to keep the soil moist. Under certain climates (with winter temperatures above -6°C), chard can spend the winter outdoors with a good layer of mulch.

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Seedlings

Sowing period April to July
Sowing method Direct sowing
Germination time (days) 15 days

Care

Soil moisture Wet
Disease resistance Good
Pruning No pruning necessary

Intended location

Type of use Vegetable garden
Hardiness Hardy down to -29°C (USDA zone 5) Show map
Ease of cultivation Beginner
Exposure Sun, Partial shade
Soil pH Any
Soil type Silty-loamy (rich and light), 130
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