When to plant Swiss chard in zone 7b
In zone 7b, the last spring frost usually comes around Apr 1 and the first fall frost around Nov 3. Here is when to plant Swiss chard.
Sow in the bedMar 18
Start pickingMay 12
Plant again for fallAug 26
Your swiss chard calendar for zone 7b
- Mar 18: Sow swiss chard seeds in the bed
- May 12: Start picking Swiss chard
- Aug 26: 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 7b. 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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