When to plant swiss chard in Baton Rouge
Common questions
When can I sow swiss chard outdoors in Baton Rouge?
Direct-sow around early February (Feb 3–Feb 24) in Baton Rouge, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 88%.
When will swiss chard be ready to harvest in Baton Rouge?
Expect to harvest from around late March (Mar 25–Apr 4) in Baton Rouge, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 79%.
When should I start swiss chard seeds indoors in Baton Rouge?
Start seeds indoors around mid January (Jan 20–Feb 10) in Baton Rouge, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
When can I transplant swiss chard outdoors in Baton Rouge?
Transplant outdoors around early February (Feb 3–Feb 24) in Baton Rouge, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 88%.
Can I plant swiss chard in autumn in Baton Rouge?
Yes — Baton Rouge supports a second, autumn sowing of swiss chard around mid August (Aug 19–Sep 2), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Baton Rouge?
Baton Rouge has roughly 278 frost-free days, which is enough time to grow swiss chard to maturity outdoors.
Sow swiss chard as soon as the soil is workable — it tolerates cool weather and light frost. Every date on this page is derived from that rule and Baton Rouge's frost dates.