When to plant swiss chard in Fort Worth
Common questions
When can I sow swiss chard outdoors in Fort Worth?
Direct-sow around late December (Dec 25–Jan 15) in Fort Worth, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
When will swiss chard be ready to harvest in Fort Worth?
Expect to harvest from around mid February (Feb 13–Feb 23) in Fort Worth, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 78%.
When should I start swiss chard seeds indoors in Fort Worth?
Start seeds indoors around early February (Feb 9–Mar 2) in Fort Worth, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 83%.
When can I transplant swiss chard outdoors in Fort Worth?
Transplant outdoors around late December (Dec 25–Jan 15) in Fort Worth, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 84%.
Can I plant swiss chard in autumn in Fort Worth?
Yes — Fort Worth supports a second, autumn sowing of swiss chard around mid August (Aug 13–Aug 27), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Fort Worth?
Fort Worth has roughly 253 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 Fort Worth's frost dates.