Charbell swiss chard
Beta vulgaris 'Charbell'
USDA zones2 to 11
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Erect
- Bloom season
- Summer, autumn
- Bloom color
- Magenta
- Soil types
- Sand, loam
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Notes
'Charbell' Swiss chard (Beta vulgaris 'Charbell') is a vegetable for borders, containers, and food gardens. It is typically grown as an annual. Cool weather suits it, and it can take a light frost. This plant likes full or part sun and average to moist, sandy or loamy soil. The leaves look clean and bright, and the plant grows upright at a moderate pace. It needs little care.
Pairs well with Parris Island lettuce, Peione parsley, and Chocolate Miracle Tomato tomato.