Question: What can I do with my Swiss chard over the winter? Can Swiss chard survive winter? Will I still be able to grow it all winter long? -Fran S. Answer: As Swiss chard is a biennial plant that typically grows for two years and then produces seed, it is certainly … [Read more...]
Can I plant kale and Swiss chard together?
Question: Can I plant kale and Swiss chard together? Would it make sense to plant those together in my vegetable garden? -Kim M. Answer: Kale and Swiss chard have similar maintenance needs, so they make very suitable companion plants that can be grown close together or even … [Read more...]
Can I grow Swiss chard in a container?
Question: Can I grow Swiss chard in a container? Is there a variety that grows better in containers? -Ted G. Answer: Swiss chard is perfect for container gardening, and with delightfully colorful varieties such as ‘Bright Lights,’ which features foliage colors that range from … [Read more...]
What Eats The Spinach In The Garden?
Question: I have holes in my spinach leaves. What eats the spinach in the garden? Is there anything I can do to prevent pest damage? -Trent W. Answer: Spinach and other leafy greens in the garden can attract a variety of insects and pests, which will chomp on the leaves … [Read more...]
Can Swiss Chard Be Eaten Raw?
Question: Can Swiss chard be eaten raw? How should I prepare it. -Laura R. Answer: It’s true that many of us are most familiar with eating Swiss chard when it’s been cooked low and slow as part of a braised dish, but this nutritious leafy green can also be eaten raw. It’s … [Read more...]
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