Mixture of yellow, red and white chard, dark green and shiny green foliage. The mix is composed of Liscia da taglio chard, Bright Yellow chard, Rouge Rhubarb chard and Lucullus chard. Very good yield. Leaves are great in stir-fry, can be stuffed with rice to make dolmas or a gratin. Great as an addition to soups.
Scientific Name: Beta vulgaris subsp. vulgaris
Plant Life Cycle: Biennal
Optimal Germination Temperature: 19C
Germination time in days: 10-15 days
Indicative Days to maturity: 70-80 days
Sunlight: Full sun
Soil requirement: rich, deep and light
Sowing and cultivation: Sow early from Mid February up to end of July at a depth of 1-2 cm. Sow under cover for winter harvest from mid September to end of October.
