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Swiss Chard 'Vulcan'

Betavulgaris subsp. cicla

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Genus
Beta (BET-uh)
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Synonym
Beta vulgaris var. cicla
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Grown for foliage
Herbaceous
Velvet/Fuzzy
Height
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing
6-9 in. (15-22 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
N/A
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Category
Biennials
Vegetables
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
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Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
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Propagation Methods
Direct sow as soon as the ground can be worked
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
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