Rainbow Swiss Chard 200 Seeds

GROWING INFORMATION

CULTURE:Soil pH should be over 6.0. Cool and mild weather is preferred, though chard has some heat tolerance. Seeds germinate in soil temperatures from 40-100°F (5-38°C) with an optimum of 86°F (30°C). Seedlings will tolerate light frosts, and mature plants are hardy to moderate frosts. It may overwinter in mild areas

TRANSPLANTING:Sow seed in a cold frame or indoors in early spring, about 5–6 weeks before transplanting out after heavy frosts become infrequent. Sow seeds " deep, 2 seeds every 2", thin to 4" apart. Transplant out 4" apart in rows 12–18" apart

DIRECT SEEDING:Sow beginning midspring and on into midsummer (fall where winter is mild).

Will be shipped from a florist and greenhouse called Flower Shop Inc. Situated in Manhasset, New York. In Business for 20 years and counting.