Rainbow Swiss Chard (o)

3g

Beta vulgaris var. cicla.

Organic Rainbow mixture swiss chard seed is the perfect variety mix for the home gardener who wants an array of colors all in one area of the garden. This variety mixture includes swiss chard with stems colored red, orange, yellow, pink, and white, all with dark green savoyed leaves. It is a beautiful and exciting addition to the garden, and it is delicious as well. Both the leaves and the stems can be used in the kitchen, and they have a bitter, spinach like taste.

• Latin Name: Beta vulgaris var. cicla
• Days to Maturity: 60
  
• Days to Germination: 5-14
• Seeding Depth: 1/2"
• Plant Spacing: 12"
• Row Spacing: 18-24"
• Plant Height: 12-18"
• Growth Habit: Leafy upright
• Soil Preference: Loose, moist, organic, well-drained
• Temperature Preference: 55-75 °F
• Light Preference: Full sun - partial shade
• Rainbow Mixture Color: Mixture of red, purple, pink, orange, yellow and white stalks
  
• Rainbow Mixture Flavor: Crisp, savory, very similar to celery or spinach