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Can You Grow Swiss Chard in British Columbia?

Canada · Canadian Zone 8 · zones 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Grows well here

Swiss chard grows excellently here — cold-tolerant and productive continuously through the season.

Plant zones

2a–10b

British Columbia last frost

early March

British Columbia first frost

early December

Days to harvest

50–60 days

When to plant Swiss Chard in British Columbia

Direct sow

Mar 1

Harvest

Apr 20 – Apr 30

Dates are approximate, based on British Columbia's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About Swiss Chard

Swiss chard is one of the most productive and cold-tolerant leafy greens — beautiful and nutritious.

Direct sow in spring or fall. Harvest outer leaves continuously. Survives light frost. More heat-tolerant than spinach. Excellent for containers and indoor growing under lights.

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Gardening in British Columbia

BC has dramatically different climates. The mild rainy coast (Zone 7-9) allows near-year-round growing. The interior is semi-arid (Zone 5-7) with hot summers and cold winters. One of Canada's most productive growing regions.