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Can You Grow Swiss Chard in Kentucky?

US · USDA Zone 6b · zones 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

2a–10b

Kentucky last frost

mid-March

Kentucky first frost

mid-November

Days to harvest

50–60 days

When to plant Swiss Chard in Kentucky

Direct sow

Mar 15

Harvest

May 4 – May 14

Dates are approximate, based on Kentucky'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 Kentucky

Kentucky has a humid continental climate transitioning to subtropical in the south. Long warm summers support tomatoes, peppers, and most common vegetables. Tobacco country.