swiss chard seed planting instructions Patriot Seeds Heirloom Fordhook Giant Swiss Chard Seeds (2g)

swiss chard seed planting instructions Patriot Seeds Heirloom Fordhook Giant Swiss Chard Seeds (2g)Heirloom Fordhook Giant Swiss Chard Seeds (2g) Experience the home grown freshness of Fordhook Giant Swiss Chard with our open pollinated heirloom seeds. Native to the U. S. and well suited for most growing regions, these thick, dark greens are a great addition to any garden. With Patriot Seeds, you're guaranteed 100% heirloom, non GMO seeds that you can sow, harvest, and replant as you please. Packaged securely in military grade, triple layered Mylar

Heirloom Fordhook Giant Swiss Chard Seeds (2g)

Experience the home-grown freshness of Fordhook Giant Swiss Chard with our open-pollinated heirloom seeds. Native to the U.S. and well-suited for most growing regions, these thick, dark greens are a great addition to any garden.

With Patriot Seeds, you're guaranteed 100% heirloom, non-GMO seeds that you can sow, harvest, and replant as you please. Packaged securely in military-grade, triple-layered Mylar® for a shelf life of over 5 years.

Planting Guide

Get your Fordhook Giant Swiss Chard off to a robust start with these steps:

• Begin seeds indoors 5 to 6 weeks before the last expected frost, ready for transplanting.
• Sow seeds 1 inch deep, 4 inches apart in rows 18 to 24 inches apart, 2 to 3 weeks before the last expected frost date.
• Gradually reduce watering and fertilizing to toughen up your plants.
• When plants reach 3 to 4 inches, thin them out to a 6- to 12-inch spacing.
• Surround plants with mulch to help retain moisture and keep weeds at bay.
• For vibrant "bright light" colors, start seeding earlier indoors.

Harvesting Guide

Reap the fruits of your labor with these tips:

• Start harvesting when your plants are 6 to 8 inches tall.
• Use a sharp knife and cut the outer leaves 1 1/2 inches above the soil.
• Continue to harvest the outer leaves for ongoing yield.
• If the whole plant is harvested, cut back to 3 inches above the soil to encourage regrowth.
• Keep in mind, leaves over 10 inches long may have a stronger, earthy flavor.

Take the first step towards a bountiful garden today with Fordhook Giant Swiss Chard by Patriot Seeds!