Beta vulgaris cicla Betvc Spinach Beet, Chard, Swiss Chard, Silverbeet 100mm
Beta vulgaris cicla Betvc Spinach Beet, Chard, Swiss Chard, Silverbeet 100mm
Product Description
Botanical Name: Common Names:
Beta vulgaris cicla Spinach Beet, Chard, Swiss Chard, Silverbeet,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Herbs & Vegetables V-Shaped
Description:
Very popular biennial vegetable with large green/red leaves and thick crisp red stalks. Commonly known as a Chard. Leaves and stalks are edible. Great to use in soups, salads and juices. Grows approx. 50cm tall x 40cm wide.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
30-60cm 30-60cm
Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun, Semi Shade Loam, Well Drained
Landscape Use(s)
Courtyard, Edible Garden, Mass Planting, Container / Pot
Pests & Diseases:Aphids, Caterpillars, Powdery Mildew
Cultural Notes:
Plant Care
Keep moist during dry periods, Liquid feed
Family Name: Origin:
Amaranthaceae Europe
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green, Red
Flower Colour: Insignificant
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: N/A
Fruit: No
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Moderate
Maintenance Level: Low
Water Usage: Medium / Moderate
Drought: Low
Frost: Moderate
Wind: Medium / Moderate