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Can You Grow Swiss Chard in Alaska?

US · USDA Zone 4b · zones 1a, 1b, 2a, 2b

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

2a–10b

Alaska last frost

mid-April

Alaska first frost

mid-October

Days to harvest

50–60 days

When to plant Swiss Chard in Alaska

Direct sow

Apr 15

Harvest

Jun 4 – Jun 14

Dates are approximate, based on Alaska'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 Alaska

Alaska ranges from subarctic to maritime climates. The interior has very short summers but intense sunlight. Coastal areas are milder. Cold-hardy crops and greenhouses are key.