• A cluster of vibrant Ruby Red Swiss Chard with prominent red stems and lush green leaves.
  • Ruby Red Swiss chard plants, showcasing their vibrant ruby red stems and deep green leaves.
  • Vibrant red Swiss chard leaves with prominent ruby-colored stems, some leaves showing dewdrops.
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Swiss Chard Seeds - Ruby Red

Nutritious green leaves decorated with scarlet veins

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Key Features

Frost Tolerant
Heat Tolerant
Prefers Dappled Shade
Morning Sun Only
Prefers Moist Soil
Clay Soil Tolerant
Hydroponic Friendly
Container Friendly
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Borders
Microgreens

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Beta vulgaris

LIFE CYCLE

  • Annual

SEED TYPE

  • Heirloom Seed
  • Open Pollinated Seed

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Shade

DAYS TO MATURITY

  • 30 to 60 days

GROWTH HABIT

  • Clumping
  • Upright

COLOR

  • Red

What's this - A Swiss Chard that is as attractive as it is delicious and nutritious? Yep, the Ruby Red is all three. This abundant producer will bear crops all summer long and into the fall. Use Ruby Red Swiss Chard in salads or steam it for a delicious and nutritious side dish. Brilliant red stems & veins, with green leaves.

  • • Leafy Green with Bright Red Stalks ,
  • • Great raw or cooked
  • • Adaptable to Sun or Shade

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Cool Season

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/2 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • High

PLANT SPACING

  • 12 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • N/A - Annual

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count
Packet 240
1 Ounce 2,021
1/4 Pound 8,084
5 Pounds 161,680

Planting Guide

View our Swiss Chard Planting Guide to learn more.

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    Swiss Chard Seeds - Ruby Red FAQs

    How big will Ruby Red Swiss Chard get?

    Ruby Red Swiss Chard grows to 15 to 20 inches.

    What is the flavor profile of Ruby Red Swiss Chard?

    Ruby Red Swiss Chard has a flavor profile described as bitter, earthy, and mildly sweet.

    Customer Reviews

    Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 1 reviews.

    Large seeds germinated easily regardless of soil depth, and grew reliably without TLC or attentive watering. Red color is bright and rich.

    Alexander 5/5 Verified

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