When to plant Swiss Chard in Zone 2b
In Zone 2b, Swiss Chard: direct sow outdoors around May 16–Jun 13. Expect to harvest around Jul 10–Aug 7.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Direct sow outdoors | May 16 – Jun 13 |
| Harvest | Jul 10 – Aug 7 |
Tip: Heat- and cold-tolerant; pick outer leaves and it keeps producing all season.
Zone 2b averages a last spring frost around May 30 and a first fall frost around Sep 1. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
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