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Can You Grow Swiss Chard in Kansas?

US · USDA Zone 6a · zones 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

2a–10b

Kansas last frost

early April

Kansas first frost

late October

Days to harvest

50–60 days

When to plant Swiss Chard in Kansas

Direct sow

Apr 1

Harvest

May 21 – May 31

Dates are approximate, based on Kansas'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 Kansas

Kansas spans from Zone 5a in the northwest to Zone 6b in the southeast. Hot summers and cold winters define the climate. Excellent for wheat, sunflowers, and warm-season vegetables.