Ferry-Morse Swiss Chard Fordhook Giant Seeds
Best reliable seeds for abundant home garden harvests.
This organic Swiss Chard variety offers a long growing season and is a nutritious alternative to spinach. It thrives in containers and tolerates heat, drought, and humidity, making it a resilient choice for home gardens. Enjoy its mild, earthy flavor and multiple harvests from a single planting.
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Who it's for
- Health-conscious gardeners prioritizing sustainable and chemical-free produce.
- Gardeners seeking a reliable, productive, and easy-to-grow leafy green.
- Home cooks and health enthusiasts wanting nutritious, flexible garden ingredients.
Who should skip it
- Urban gardeners or those with limited container or garden space.
- Novice gardeners unprepared for pest management challenges.
- Individuals preferring milder greens or those sensitive to bitter notes.
Performance breakdown
Environmental Resilience
Exceptional tolerance to heat, drought, and humidity ensures a reliable harvest.
Container Suitability
Compact growth habit makes this an ideal choice for patio gardening.
Yield Potential
Vigorous plants provide multiple harvests throughout an extended growing season.
Germination Reliability
Standard seven to ten day window offers predictable results for beginners.
Culinary Versatility
Mild flavor profile works seamlessly across a wide range of recipes.
Growth Speed
Sixty days to maturity is efficient for a hearty leafy green.
Key Specs
Sku
0819
Common Name
Swiss Chard
Botanical Name
Beta vulgaris subsp. cicla
Grows Best In
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Days to Germination
7 - 10 Days
Days to Maturity
60 Days
Best Container Size
12"
Growing Height
12 - 24"
Water Needs
Average (1 - 2 in / week)
Plant Lifecycle
Annual
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