When to plant swiss chard in Chesapeake
Common questions
When can I sow swiss chard outdoors in Chesapeake?
Direct-sow around early March (Mar 4–Mar 25) in Chesapeake, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 89%.
When will swiss chard be ready to harvest in Chesapeake?
Expect to harvest from around late April (Apr 23–May 3) in Chesapeake, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When should I start swiss chard seeds indoors in Chesapeake?
Start seeds indoors around mid February (Feb 18–Mar 11) in Chesapeake, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When can I transplant swiss chard outdoors in Chesapeake?
Transplant outdoors around early March (Mar 4–Mar 25) in Chesapeake, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 89%.
Can I plant swiss chard in autumn in Chesapeake?
Yes — Chesapeake supports a second, autumn sowing of swiss chard around mid August (Aug 20–Sep 3), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Chesapeake?
Chesapeake has roughly 248 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 Chesapeake's frost dates.