Swiss chard is a colorful, nutritious leafy green and can be harvested continually.. Latin name is Beta vulgaris.
How many swiss chard per plant
You can expect to get a Variable, harvest leaves as needed per plant.
Companion plants
Some good companion plants for swiss chard are lettuce, kale, beans.
Watering needs
Regular, even watering
Climate preferences
Cool to warm, tolerates shade
Common pests & diseases
Aphids, Cabbage loopers, Leaf miners
Space
Mature swiss chard can be between 6 and 8 in wide.
You might need between 6 and 12 in of space around the plant(s).
Note: the information above should be used just as an overall guide. The exact values will depend on the variety, growing conditions, plant maturity, and will vary year over year. We hope this brings you useful information.
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