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Chard

Fordhook Giant

Beta vulgaris subsp. cicla 'Fordhook Giant'

Classic Swiss chard with broad white stems and large, glossy dark-green leaves. High yielding and robust. The thick stems are best cooked separately from the leaves; both are versatile in the kitchen.

Key facts

Growth habit
upright
Produce type
leaf
Support
none
Sun
full sun
Height
50-70 cm
Spacing
30-35 cm
Days to harvest
55180 days
Avg. yield
600 g - 1.2 kg total over season
Watering
medium
Frost sensitivity
low
For all chard issues and threats, see the Chard page.