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Can You Grow Swiss Chard in Rhode Island?

US · USDA Zone 6b · zones 6a, 6b

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

2a–10b

Rhode Island last frost

mid-March

Rhode Island first frost

mid-November

Days to harvest

50–60 days

When to plant Swiss Chard in Rhode Island

Direct sow

Mar 15

Harvest

May 4 – May 14

Dates are approximate, based on Rhode Island'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 Rhode Island

Rhode Island has a humid continental climate moderated by the ocean. A small state with a single primary zone of 6b in most areas. Four seasons with a productive growing window.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Swiss Chard in Rhode Island?

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

What zone is Rhode Island?

Rhode Island spans USDA Zone 6b (6a, 6b).

When do you plant Swiss Chard in Rhode Island?

Plant Swiss Chard Mar 15, harvest May 4 – May 14.