Sunset Chard
Best versatile leafy green for home gardeners seeking vibrant, continuous harvests.
Brighten your garden with Sunset Chard, an exceptional organic and non-GMO variety. This chard boasts vibrant golden yellow stems and glossy green leaves, offering a cheerful visual appeal. It's incredibly versatile, perfect for harvesting as microgreens, baby leaf, or mature bunching stalks. Thriving in various weather conditions and loose, well-drained soil, this hardy biennial vegetable is a colorful and productive addition to any garden. Enjoy continuous harvests and a beautiful display throughout the growing season, making it a delightful choice for both culinary use and ornamental appeal.
$4.00
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4.7
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Category Rank
270
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#270 in Seeds & Seed Tape
Price vs Category Average
-62%
Below average
Botanical Name
Beta vulgaris
/ Beta vulgaris
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking vibrant, ornamental edible landscapes
- Eco-conscious growers prioritizing sustainable, non-GMO seed sources
- Home cooks wanting productive, multi-use seasonal greens
Who should skip it
- Palates sensitive to strong, earthy, or metallic vegetable notes
- Gardeners unable to commit to proactive pest management
- Busy growers lacking time for consistent daily irrigation
Performance breakdown
Harvest Versatility
Seamlessly transitions from delicate microgreens to robust, mature bunching stalks.
Environmental Resilience
Hardy biennial genetics ensure reliable growth across fluctuating seasonal temperatures.
Ornamental Appeal
Vibrant golden stems provide a striking visual contrast in any garden.
Germination Reliability
Consistent performance within a broad 55-75 degree temperature window.
Seed Integrity
Certified organic and open-pollinated status supports sustainable, natural seed saving.
Yield Continuity
Encourages repeated harvesting throughout the season for maximum garden productivity.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Beta vulgaris
Life Cycle
Hardy biennial
Optimal Soil Acidity
6.2 to 6.8
Optimal Germination Temperature
55-75°F
Seeding Depth
1/2 inch (1.27 cm)
Days to Maturity
60 days (full size)
Seed Count (per oz)
Average 1,500 seeds
Is Organic
true
Features
- Striking golden yellow stems and glossy green leaves
- Versatile harvest options from microgreens to full size
- Reliable performance in variable weather
- Certified organic and non-GMO seeds
- Encourages continuous harvesting
- Adds vibrant color to the garden
- Open-pollinated for natural seed saving
- Hardy biennial for long-term growth
What customers say
Sunset Chard earns high praise for its exceptional value, combining stunning aesthetics with superior flavor. Gardeners consistently report excellent germination, confirming the quality of these organic seeds. The vibrant mix of orange, yellow, and red stems transforms the garden into a beautiful display. Beyond looks, the flavor is a major draw; users find this variety noticeably milder and less bitter than traditional chard, making it excellent for fresh eating. It is also celebrated as a highly reliable, productive crop that yields consistently from spring until the first hard frost. This combination of visual appeal, great taste, and dependable harvest solidifies its reputation as a top specialty choice.
Know before you buy
Yes, this variety is highly versatile. You can harvest it as microgreens, baby leaf greens, or wait the full 60 days to harvest as mature bunching stalks.
It performs best in loose, well-drained soil with a pH between 6.2 and 6.8. Ensuring good drainage is key to preventing root issues in this variety.
Absolutely. Because it is a hardy biennial that tolerates variable weather, you can plant it in the spring, summer, or fall to enjoy continuous harvests.
Yes, Sunset Chard is an open-pollinated variety, which makes it an excellent choice if you are interested in natural seed saving for future seasons.
These plants are flexible and will grow well in either full sun or partial sun conditions, making them adaptable to different spots in your garden.
You should sow the seeds at a depth of 1/2 inch. For optimal germination, ensure the soil temperature remains between 55°F and 75°F.
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