Silverbeet Perpetual Vegetable Seeds
Syn. Chard, Leaf Beet. A very long-lasting leaf vegetable but unfortunately not ‘perpetual’. It has smoother leaves than other silverbeet with narrower, greenish stems. It is tender with a taste more like English Spinach. It is hardy and drought resistant.
Growing Instructions
Plant type: Annual but biennial in cooler areas
Plant spacing: 30 – 45 cm
Plant When:
Temperate – Spring, summer, autumn
Subtropical – March – September
Tropical – April – July
Germination:5 – 10 days
Depth: 10 – 20 mm deep; soak seeds in warm water for 1 – 2 hours before planting
Position: Full sun
Sow where: Sow direct or into a seedling tray
Soil type: Fertile, well drained, add compost, pH 6.5 – 7.5
Rows: 45 – 60 cm apart
Spacing: Space 30cm apart
Details: Keep well supplied with water and mulch; harvest by gently pulling outer leaves away from the plant; avoid leaving stubs. In hot, humid areas, rust disease can be a problem; regularly spray with seaweed to keep it in check
Harvest: 50 – 60 days
