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Chard Seeds - Ruby Red Swiss
$2.75
$2.95
Save $0.20🌱 Approx. 100 Premium Seeds
(Non-GMO, Heirloom)
Ruby Red Swiss Chard – The Vibrant Superfood Champion for Edible Landscapes and Nutritious Harvests
Shop the highest quality Ruby Red Swiss Chard seeds for a beautiful and productive garden. Also known as Rhubarb Chard, Ruby Red is perhaps the most stunning variety of leafy green you can grow. With its deep, candy-apple red stalks and dark green, crinkled leaves, this heirloom is a multi-purpose plant—it is just as at home in a decorative flower bed as it is in the vegetable garden. At The Seed Guy, we recommend this variety for the self-sufficient gardener because it is incredibly resilient, providing a steady harvest of vitamin-rich greens from early spring through the first hard freezes of winter. The flavor is mild and earthy, often described as a sweeter, more refined version of spinach.
In the garden, Ruby Red Swiss Chard is a powerhouse of productivity. Unlike many other greens that wilt and bolt the moment the summer heat arrives, Swiss Chard is remarkably heat-tolerant, ensuring you have fresh "superfoods" on the table all summer long. It is a fantastic companion plant for onions, brassicas, and beans, and its upright growth habit makes it an excellent choice for raised beds or container gardening. Because it is an heirloom, the entire plant is edible; the stalks can be sautéed like asparagus, while the leaves are perfect for fresh salads, smoothies, or steaming. At The Seed Guy, our seeds are tested for elite germination and vibrant color, ensuring your garden is as beautiful as it is bountiful.
Why choose heirloom Ruby Red Swiss Chard Seeds?
✅ 100% Non-GMO
✅ Open-pollinated
✅ Stunning ornamental value with vibrant red stalks
✅ Nutrient-dense powerhouse rich in Vitamins A, C, and K
✅ Highly heat-tolerant and frost-resistant for long harvests
✅ Excellent for fresh eating, sautéing, and smoothies
✅ Prolific "cut-and-come-again" growth habit
✅ Mild, sweet flavor that children love
Quick Growing Specifications:
Hardiness Zone: 3-10
Days to Maturity: 55-60 Days
Planting Depth: 1/2" Deep
Plant Spacing: 8-12" Apart
Germination: 7-14 Days
Ruby Red Swiss Chard Planting Instructions:
1. When to Plant: Swiss Chard is a hardy biennial that can be sown as soon as the soil can be worked in the spring, about 2-3 weeks before the last frost. For a fall harvest, sow seeds again about 40-50 days before the first expected autumn frost.
2. Preparation: Swiss Chard prefers deep, well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Work the soil to a depth of 8 inches and incorporate aged compost. While it handles a variety of soil types, it performs best in a pH range of 6.0 to 7.0.
3. Sowing: Sow seeds 1/2 inch deep and 2 inches apart in rows spaced 12-18 inches apart. Like beets, Swiss Chard "seeds" are actually clusters that produce multiple seedlings, so expect to see several sprouts from each planting spot. Keep the soil consistently moist to ensure even germination.
4. Thinning and Care: Once seedlings are 3 inches tall, thin them to 8-12 inches apart to allow for full leaf development. Use the thinning's for a delicious baby green salad! Provide at least 1 inch of water per week, and mulch around the base to keep the roots cool and moisture-consistent during the heat of summer.
5. Pests and Diseases: Leaf miners and aphids are the most common pests for Swiss Chard. Check the undersides of leaves regularly and remove any infected foliage. To prevent fungal issues like Cercospora leaf spot, ensure proper spacing for airflow and avoid watering the leaves directly in the evening.
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🌱 Approx. 100 Premium Seeds
(Non-GMO, Heirloom)
Ruby Red Swiss Chard – The Vibrant Superfood Champion for Edible Landscapes and Nutritious Harvests
Shop the highest quality Ruby Red Swiss Chard seeds for a beautiful and productive garden. Also known as Rhubarb Chard, Ruby Red is perhaps the most stunning variety of leafy green you can grow. With its deep, candy-apple red stalks and dark green, crinkled leaves, this heirloom is a multi-purpose plant—it is just as at home in a decorative flower bed as it is in the vegetable garden. At The Seed Guy, we recommend this variety for the self-sufficient gardener because it is incredibly resilient, providing a steady harvest of vitamin-rich greens from early spring through the first hard freezes of winter. The flavor is mild and earthy, often described as a sweeter, more refined version of spinach.
In the garden, Ruby Red Swiss Chard is a powerhouse of productivity. Unlike many other greens that wilt and bolt the moment the summer heat arrives, Swiss Chard is remarkably heat-tolerant, ensuring you have fresh "superfoods" on the table all summer long. It is a fantastic companion plant for onions, brassicas, and beans, and its upright growth habit makes it an excellent choice for raised beds or container gardening. Because it is an heirloom, the entire plant is edible; the stalks can be sautéed like asparagus, while the leaves are perfect for fresh salads, smoothies, or steaming. At The Seed Guy, our seeds are tested for elite germination and vibrant color, ensuring your garden is as beautiful as it is bountiful.
Why choose heirloom Ruby Red Swiss Chard Seeds?
✅ 100% Non-GMO
✅ Open-pollinated
✅ Stunning ornamental value with vibrant red stalks
✅ Nutrient-dense powerhouse rich in Vitamins A, C, and K
✅ Highly heat-tolerant and frost-resistant for long harvests
✅ Excellent for fresh eating, sautéing, and smoothies
✅ Prolific "cut-and-come-again" growth habit
✅ Mild, sweet flavor that children love
Chard Seeds - Ruby Red Swiss
$2.75
$2.95
Save $0.20