- Spianch beet from March to April, in pots or direct in soil.
- Chard in April in pots and then transplant.
- Spinach needs to be sown early as it does not germinate well in hot weather.
Aspect: Spinach beet and chard will cope in partial shade. Spinach likes partial shade.
Care: Plant 30cm (12") apart.
Water: In very dry spells.
Harvest: Pick lightly at first, using the lower, outer leaves. Alternatively, cut whole head 2cm above soil level; the plant should re-sprout. Spinach beet and chard are biennial, so can harvest through autumn, winter and following spring. Spinach is an annual. Stems are thick and need to be cut with a knife.
Don't grow by: Beans.
