Bieta da Coste Barese is a traditional Italian variety of Swiss chard originating from the Puglia region. This Italian swiss chard variety is known for its vibrant, glossy deep green leaves crinkled and thick, tender white stems and its flavourful and succulent texture. The Bieta da Coste Barese swiss chard is very versatile in the kitchen and can be either sauteed, steamed, stuffed, or used in pasta, soups and gratins.
Scientific Name: Beta vulgaris
Plant Life Cycle: Biennal
Optimal Germination Temperature: 20 to 22C
Germination time in days: 10-20 days
Indicative Days to maturity: Pick as needed
Sunlight: Full sun
Soil requirement: Fertile and well drained
Sowing and cultivation: Sow under cover from February to March. Sow
outdoors from April to September. 3 to 4 seeds every 40 cm, in rows 40 cm apart. Thin to the strongest ones.
