Swiss Chard Green

Beta vulgaris subsp. cicla – Green Swiss Chard

Green Swiss Chard is a productive, easy-to-grow leafy vegetable known for its broad, tender green leaves and crisp, light-colored stems. With a mild, earthy flavor, it is delicious sautéed, steamed, added to soups, or enjoyed fresh in salads. This nutritious, high-yielding vegetable is perfect for home gardens, raised beds, and containers. Regular harvesting encourages continued leaf production throughout the growing season.

Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Water: Moderate to regular water; keep soil consistently moist
USDA Zones: 2–11 (grown as an annual or short-lived perennial in mild climates)
Mature Size: 18–24 inches tall and 12–18 inches wide