Swiss Chard: Fordhook Giant White

Fordhook Giant White chard is a vigorous variety that is noted for its dark green, deeply savored leaves and thick white stems. Plants are tall at 22-27 inches and extremely wide. Introduced in 1924 by W. Atlee Burpee. Swiss chard, with its bright white stems, is one of the most eye-catching greens in the farmers' market. It can be prepared in many ways—the leaves can be cut into ribbons and dressed raw in a salad, sautéed along with its stems, or braised in a stew.

Non-GMO
USES- Fresh, ornamental
FLAVOR- Mild, spinachy
VEG. COLOR- White, green
VEG. SIZE- Large
SEED DEPTH- 1/2"
PLANT SPACING- 8"
FROST HARDY- Yes
USDA ZONES- 3-11
HRS. SUNLIGHT- 4+
DAYS TO HARVEST- 60
GENUS- Beta vulgaris
LINEAGE- Heirloom
SEED COUNT- 50
GERMINATION RATE- 90% 12/24
(item #: SC-2)