Swiss chard (Beta vulgaris var. flavescens) is a vegetable with large leaves and colorful stalks that can range from white to yellow and red. It is widely used in cooking and stands out for its nutritional value.
Difficulty
Simple
Sun Exposure
Yes
Water
Regularly
Plant Size
60 CM
Nutrition
Swiss chard is rich in vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin K, fiber and minerals such as magnesium and iron.
Humidity
It requires constant soil moisture.
Cleaning
Cleaning consists of removing old leaves and weeds.
Temperature
-100-50050100
Inaceitavel
Acceptable
Ideal
Sowing
Planting is done by seeds directly in the soil. It prefers fertile, well-drained soils with good sun exposure.
Weaknesses
Sensitive to excessive heat
Can suffer from pests
Excess humidity can cause diseases
Requires fertile soil
Leaves/Fruits
The leaves are large and green, with thick and colorful stalks.
The consumed parts are the leaves and the stalks.
