When to plant Swiss chard in zone 10a
In zone 10a, the last spring frost usually comes around Jan 31 and the first fall frost around Dec 20. Here is when to plant Swiss chard.
Sow in the bedJan 17
Start pickingMar 13
Plant again for fallOct 12
Your swiss chard calendar for zone 10a
- Jan 17: Sow swiss chard seeds in the bed
- Mar 13: Start picking Swiss chard
- Oct 12: Sow swiss chard seeds again for a fall crop
Handles both heat and cold. Cut outer stalks and it regrows all season.
Spacing in a raised bed: 4 plants per square foot.
These dates are estimates from the average frost dates for zone 10a. Your local frost dates may be a week or two different. If a late cold snap is forecast, wait a few days.
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