Swiss Chard: Beta vulgaris, 'Silverado'
Botanical name: Beta vulgaris, 'Silverado'
Common name: chard
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at a glance
| Soil: | damp, neutral, loam |
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| Zones: | 1a thru 11a |
| Care: |
average
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| Lifespan: |
biennial
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| Attributes: |
edible |
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description for "Swiss Chard: Beta vulgaris, 'Silverado'"
Beta vulgaris 'Silverado' produces dark, deep-green, heavily savoyed leaves that exhibit an attractive sheen on smaller than average framed plant (16-18"). If you need loft and weight in your mix, use the leaves of 'Silverado' chard. Very slow to bolt providing a long harvest window. Planting depth: .5-.75 inch. Days to germination: 6-14 days. 55-60 days to maturity.
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