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This packet of Thompson & Morgan Organic Chard White Silver 2 seeds is for home gardeners seeking a versatile and hardy vegetable. Its key benefit is continuous harvest with baby leaves for salads and mature leaves/stems for cooking. A minor caveat is the need for regular watering during dry spells to maintain optimal growth.
| Model Part Number | 79850 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Thompson & Morgan |
You can direct sow seeds outdoors from March through to August for a continuous harvest.
Yes, it is ideal for patios and can be grown in containers, provided they are large enough and offer good drainage.
Harvest regularly by picking the outer leaves from each plant. This encourages the plant to produce more leaves from the center, extending the cropping season.
Baby leaves are harvested earlier (approx. 50 days) and are best for salads. Mature leaves and stems are harvested later and can be cooked as a spinach substitute or steamed.
It prefers well-prepared, moist, and fertile soil. Good drainage is also beneficial.
RHS AGM stands for Royal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit, indicating the variety has been recognized for its excellent performance in garden trials.
Thin seedlings to 7cm apart for baby leaves or 15-23cm apart for larger, mature plants. Mature plants can reach a spread of up to 40cm.
Ensure soil is moist and at the correct temperature (ideally above 10°C). Check sowing depth and avoid sowing too deep.
Ensure consistent watering, especially during hot or dry spells. Provide some shade during intense heat if possible.
Improve soil fertility with compost. Ensure adequate sunlight (though partial shade is tolerated).
Use appropriate organic pest control methods. Encourage beneficial insects. Handpick pests when visible.
Sowing:
Direct sow seeds outdoors from March to August.
Soil Preparation:
Use well-prepared, moist, fertile soil.
Sowing Depth & Spacing:
Sow seeds thinly at a depth of 1cm in drills 30cm apart.
Thinning:
Thin seedlings to 7cm apart for 'baby leaves' or 15-23cm apart for larger leaves.
Position:
Prefers full sun or partial shade.
Watering:
Water regularly, especially during dry periods, to ensure continuous growth and prevent bolting.
Harvesting:
Harvest regularly by selecting outer leaves from each plant to encourage new growth. Baby leaves can be harvested around 50 days after sowing.
