Swiss Chard - Ruby Red

Beautiful red stems with bronze to dark green, red-veined leaves. Moderate bolt tolerance. NOTE: Young Ruby Red plants may go to seed if exposed to sustained night temperatures in the low 50s; time sowings to avoid these conditions. Sow seed in a cold frame or indoors in early spring, about 5–6 weeks before transplanting. Sow 1/2" deep, 2–3 seeds per cell in 72- or 128-cell flats. Thin to 2–3 plants per cell. Transplant out 4" apart in rows 12–18" apart. USDA Certified Organic. 200 seeds.