Fordhook Giant Chard
Fordhook Giant Chard offers a striking visual appeal with its broad white stems and deep green, savoyed leaves. This certified organic heirloom variety is known for its exceptional flavor and high yield, making it a reliable choice for continuous harvesting throughout the summer. Its upright growth habit simplifies the harvesting process. Suitable for both home gardens and commercial growers, this hardy biennial chard matures in approximately 50 days, providing abundant leaf production even in warm weather. Easy to grow, it's a dependable option for fresh market sales or personal enjoyment.
$4.15
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Owner Satisfaction
4.8
/ 5
Category Rank
3
/ 5867
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Price vs Category Average
-61%
Below average
Botanical Name
Beta vulgaris
/ Beta vulgaris
Who it's for
- High Yield and Large Leaves
- Excellent Heat and Cold Tolerance
- Certified Organic and Reliable Germination
Who should skip it
- Susceptible to Leaf Miners
- Earthy or Slightly Bitter Flavor
- Requires Significant Garden Space
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Beta vulgaris
Days to Maturity
50 days
Planting Depth
0.5 inch (1.27 cm)
Row Spacing (Full Size)
18-24 inches (45.72 cm)
Optimal Germination Temperature
55-75°F
Optimal Soil Acidity
6.2-6.8 pH
Seed Count Estimate
1,875 average seeds per ounce
Life Cycle
Biennial
Features
- Striking white stems and green leaves
- High yield for continuous harvest
- Upright growth simplifies harvesting
- Tolerates hot summer weather
- Certified organic and heirloom quality
- Suitable for fresh market
- Easy to grow and reliable
What customers say
Gardeners consistently praise the Fordhook Giant Chard for its outstanding reliability and vigorous growth. The seed delivers exceptional germination, often near one hundred percent, establishing a strong start. Reviewers celebrate the massive, deep green leaves and thick, tender stalks, confirming the variety lives up to its giant name. A significant advantage is the flavor; many note this chard is less bitter, making it excellent for both cooking and fresh salads. Its resilience shines through with excellent heat tolerance and a long, productive harvest window extending from spring until fall. This dependable cut-and-come-again crop offers superb value due to its prolific yield and consistent performance, making it a staple for organic growers.
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