Chard seeds are a productive variety that gives rise to numerous bright green and intense colored leaves. Their structure has visible central veins. It is called "costa" and it is cooked being sweet and tender.
This is an upright variety with numerous bright green leaves that connect to a white head. When they need to be harvested, the leaves should be trimmed just above the ground to ensure they grow back quickly.
It is a plant of ancient origins, not very common. It is quite characteristic for the fact that it has stems of different colors, from yellow to magenta and bright orange. This species boasts erect heads with green leaves only at the apex.
These seeds are a rustic variety. This variety has the particular characteristic of having green leaves and ribs of a bright red color. Its leaves are tender and tasty and can be used in cooking similarly to spinach. The ideal seeding is from February to August, and harvesting is from April to January.
Red chard belongs to the Chenopodiaceae family. Once planted, seeds need a great exposition to sun for a perfect maturation. This species has a compact head and red-purple veins. It is better to steam them in order to preserve their nutritional value.