Ideal for summer gardens, this large leafy green chard can be grown year round in Tucson. It is bolt resistant and a reliable producer. The quality is best when the young tender leaves are harvested. 60 days.

CHARD

WHEN TO PLANT: sow 2-4 weeks frost free date.

DEPTH OF PLANTING: 1 /2" deep

PLANTS APART IN ROWS (AFTER THINNING): 6" apart

DISTANCE BETWEEN ROWS: 12" apart

RAISED BED PLANTING GUIDE: After thinning, plants should be 6" apart throughout bed.

SOIL TYPE RECOMMENDED: grows well in a variety of soil.

NOTE: pick lower leaves to encourage new top growth.

TUCSON PLANTING INFORMATION: May be planted August 15 through April 1. Swiss chard is extremely hardy and withstands cold and heat well.