Ruby Red Chard Seeds - Biennial, Cold Resistant, 25+ seeds

Quantity: 25 Seeds / pack

Discover the joy of growing Ruby Red Chard seeds in your own garden. These seeds are perfect for both seasoned gardeners and beginners looking for a rewarding gardening experience.

Why choose our seeds?

• High-quality seeds selected for strong, healthy growth
• Perfect for home gardens, containers, and landscaping
• Selected for natural, vibrant blooms

How to grow Ruby Red Chard seeds

Choose the Right Time

• Outdoors: Sow seeds 2–3 weeks before your last expected frost in spring.
• Fall planting: Sow again in late summer for a fall harvest.
• Indoors: Start seeds 4–6 weeks before transplanting outdoors.

Prepare the Soil

• Soil Type: Loamy, well-drained
• pH Range: 6.0 to 7.0
• Amend: Mix compost into the soil to enrich it

Sow the Seeds

• Depth: Plant seeds ½ inch (1.3 cm) deep
• Spacing:
• Direct sowing: Space seeds about 2 inches apart
• Thin seedlings to 6–12 inches apart
• Row Spacing: 12–18 inches between rows

Watering

• Keep the soil evenly moist (not soggy) during germination
• Once established, water regularly — about 1 inch per week

Sunlight

• Prefers Full Sun (6+ hours daily)
• Tolerates Partial Shade, especially in hotter climates

Germination

• Time: 7–14 days
• Soaking seeds overnight before planting may improve germination

Maintenance

• Thin seedlings once 3–4 inches tall to allow room for growth
• Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds
• Harvest outer leaves when they are about 6–8 inches long
• Leaves continue to grow after harvesting

Pests/Diseases

• Generally pest-resistant, but watch out for:
• Leaf miners
• Aphids
• Slugs/snails
• Use organic pest control or neem oil if needed

? Tips

• Great for cut-and-come-again harvesting
• Can be grown in raised beds or containers
• Excellent source of vitamins A, C, and K