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You thin out Swiss chard seedlings by snipping the weakest sprouts at the soil line, leaving the strongest plants spaced about 3 to 6 inches apart.   This simple process is one of the most important steps for growing a healthy, productive patch of Swiss chard in your garden.   If you’ve ever planted a … Read more

You thin out Swiss chard by snipping or pulling the smallest, weakest seedlings at ground level, leaving the strongest plants spaced about 4 to 6 inches apart.   This simple garden task is one of the most important steps you can take to grow healthy, productive chard.   When you thin out Swiss chard, you … Read more

Testing the viability of Swiss chard seed is a simple process you can do right at home. By viability, we mean checking whether those seeds you saved or bought last season will actually sprout and grow into healthy plants. Before you waste time, soil, and patience planting seeds that might be dead, it’s smart to … Read more

You can tell when Swiss chard is ready to pick by looking for leaves that are dark green, glossy, and at least six inches long, as this is the prime harvest stage for the most tender and flavorful greens.   Knowing when Swiss chard is ready to pick isn’t complicated, but it does make a … Read more

You can tell when Swiss chard is ready to harvest by checking for leaves that are at least 6 inches long, with a deep, vibrant color and firm, crisp stems.   Knowing how to tell when Swiss chard is ready to harvest is one of the easiest skills in the garden, and it’s all about … Read more

You can tell if Swiss chard has gone bad by checking for a few clear signs like wilting, slimy leaves, a sour smell, or dark, mushy spots.   These are the main indicators that your Swiss chard is past its prime and should be tossed.   If you’ve ever pulled a bunch from the fridge … Read more