When to plant Swiss chard in zone 8a
In zone 8a, the last spring frost usually comes around Mar 25 and the first fall frost around Nov 10. Here is when to plant Swiss chard.
Sow in the bedMar 11
Start pickingMay 5
Plant again for fallSep 2
Your swiss chard calendar for zone 8a
- Mar 11: Sow swiss chard seeds in the bed
- May 5: Start picking Swiss chard
- Sep 2: Sow swiss chard seeds again for a fall crop
Handles both heat and cold. Cut outer stalks and it regrows all season.
Spacing in a raised bed: 4 plants per square foot.
These dates are estimates from the average frost dates for zone 8a. Your local frost dates may be a week or two different. If a late cold snap is forecast, wait a few days.
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