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Ruby Red or Rhubarb Chard

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Ruby Red or Rhubarb Chard

Brassica

Beta vulgaris

  • Full sun
  • Zones 1–11
  • 32 days to maturity
  • Vegetables
  • 6" spacing
  • High water
  • Annual
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  • Overview

    Candy-apple red stems and bronze to dark green, red-veined leaves. Moderate bolt tolerance. NOTE: Young Ruby Red plants may go to seed if exposed to sustained night temperatures in the low 50s; time sowings to avoid these conditions. Decorticated (rubbed), sized seeds.

  • Planting

    Direct sow after last frost risk, or start indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost

  • Growing

    Sun: full. Water: high. Soil: Well-drained loam, moderately fertile. Space plants 6" apart. Germination: 7-14 days.

  • Pests & diseases

    Common pests: Flea beetles, spider mites, aphids, leaf miners. Common diseases: Leaf spot, powdery mildew, downy mildew.