Fordhook Giant

Beta vulgaris

A vigorous variety noted for its dark green deeply-savoyed leaves and thick white stems. Plants are tall at 22-27” and extremely wide. More cold hardy than other chards, overwinters in a cold frame in southern BC. This variety is slower to germinate ~7-14 days. 

Grown at Saanich Organics - Zone 9a

Certified Organic

Growing instructions

Direct sow in March/April and plant out in April/May, 30-45cm apart. Can overwinter. 7-14 days to germination. Can also be seeded close together in rows for baby salad leaves.