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Rhubarb Chard

Scientific Name: Beta vulgaris ssp. cicla

Also Known As

  • Beta vulgaris

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 12"-24"
  • W: 6"-12"

planting zones

  • 1-12

Rhubarb Chard plant details

Rhubarb Chard is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and even moisture water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rhubarb Chard

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: amaranthaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rhubarb Chard

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Grown for its tasty and nutritious leaves and stalks, rhubarb chard is a good substitute for spinach in most recipes. Prefers cool weather, but lasts through summer without bolting. Colorful leaves and petioles make it great for edible landscaping and ornamental plantings. Provide organic moist, friable soil. Produces tasty leaves all season long.

Gardening facts about Rhubarb Chard plant

How to Grow Rhubarb Chard

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen

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