Leaf Beet Rhubarb Chard RHS AGM Seeds

Price £ 2.15

Short description

The plant forms clusters of leaves tinged red with a deep red rib. The leaves can be gently cooked like Spinach and the ribs treated like Asparagus. Pick young stems and the plant will keep producing new growth. Ideal as a baby leaf and adds colour to salads, with its remarkable red petioles, mid-rib and veins.

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Leaf Beet Rhubarb Chard RHS AGM Seeds

Price £ 2.15

Short description

The plant forms clusters of leaves tinged red with a deep red rib. The leaves can be gently cooked like Spinach and the ribs treated like Asparagus. Pick young stems and the plant will keep producing new growth. Ideal as a baby leaf and adds colour to salads, with its remarkable red petioles, mid-rib and veins.

  • Quantity
Stock
In stock
  •  Local Delivery or Pick Up 
  •  Passionate about great quality plants
  •  Trusted by the community for over 30 years
Leaf Beet Rhubarb Chard RHS AGM Seeds
Leaf Beet Rhubarb Chard RHS AGM Seeds
Price £ 2.15

WHEN TO SOW

March to July



Where to Sow

Sow direct in a well prepared, moist, fertile growing site in full sun or partial shade. Sow seeds thinly at a depth of 2cm (3/4") in drills 35-40cm (14-16") apart. Can also be multi-sown in module cell trays and transplanted to the plot as gaps appear or as decorative patio containers.



What to do Next

Thin seedlings to 7cm (3") apart for 'baby leaves' which will be ready to harvest approximately 2 months from sowing. For larger chards/leaves thin to 20cm (8") apart, for mature plants.



MATURITY

June to October as baby leaf or mature plants



HANDY TIP

A highly nutritious vegetable, leaves can be used like spinach, lightly cook stem ribs and serve with butter. Adds extra colour as a baby leaf in salads. Protect young seedlings with slug control as necessary.



NUTRITIONAL VALUES

Rich in Beta carotene, calcium, iron and folic acid.

  • Article number
    4923
  • EAN code
    5027559105159
  • Quantity per pack
    100

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