When to plant swiss chard in Nashville
Common questions
When can I sow swiss chard outdoors in Nashville?
Direct-sow around mid March (Mar 16–Apr 6) in Nashville, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 89%.
When will swiss chard be ready to harvest in Nashville?
Expect to harvest from around early May (May 5–May 15) in Nashville, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 80%.
When should I start swiss chard seeds indoors in Nashville?
Start seeds indoors around early March (Mar 2–Mar 23) in Nashville, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 85%.
When can I transplant swiss chard outdoors in Nashville?
Transplant outdoors around mid March (Mar 16–Apr 6) in Nashville, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 89%.
Can I plant swiss chard in autumn in Nashville?
Yes — Nashville supports a second, autumn sowing of swiss chard around early August (Aug 5–Aug 19), timed to mature before the first fall frost.
How long is the growing season in Nashville?
Nashville has roughly 218 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 Nashville's frost dates.