& Organic Chard Silver 2 1 Seed Packet Green

This classic Swiss Chard is an RHS AGM variety. Commonly known as Leaf Beet or Spinach Beet, this vegetable plant is a robust and versatile choice for the kitchen garden. Swiss Chard 'White Silver' produces thick white stems and curved, medium green, glossy leaves which can be used in full. Its baby leaves are a lovely addition to salads and its crisp stems are fabulous when chopped and steamed, whilst its mature leaves can be eaten as a spinach substitute. Direct sow Leaf Beet seed outdoors from March to August. Grow Swiss Chard in a well prepared, moist, fertile seedbed in full sun or partial shade. Sow seeds thinly at a depth of 1cm (1/2") in drills 30cm (12") apart. Thin seedlings to 7cm (3") apart for 'baby leaves' which will be ready to harvest approximately 50 days from sowing. For larger chards/leaves thin to 15cm (6") apart, or 23cm (9") for mature plants. Water Swiss Chard regularly, particularly during dry periods to ensure that the soil remains moist. Harvest Leaf Beet regularly by selecting a few leaves from each plant to promote fresh growth and to extend the cropping season. Ideal For: Patio, Kitchen Garden . Hardiness: Hardy . Position In: Sun or semi shade . Height: Up to 50cm . Spread: Up to 40cm Swiss Chard 'White Silver' is supplied as 1 packet of 300 seeds. Images shown are for guidance only of the expected results from plants upon maturity. Different growing conditions might vary results. Image may be included for illustration of supply but can vary due to seasonality changes (e.g. deciduous plants lose leaves in colder months). Features: Swiss Chard 'White Silver' produces thick white stems and curved, medium green, glossy leaves which can be used in full Its baby leaves are a lovely addition to salads and its crisp stems are fabulous when chopped and steamed, whilst its mature leaves can be eaten as a spinach substitute This classic Swiss Chard is an RHS AGM variety Swiss Chard 'White Silver' 1 packet of 300 seeds Specifications: Model Number: 79850