Beta vulgaris var. cicla — a long‑lasting leafy green that produces steadily through the seasons and supplies tender, flavorful leaves for many months. Excellent in salads, stir‑fries, steaming dishes and soups. Prefers full sun, rich, well‑drained soil and regular feeding to maintain continuous growth. Pairs well with a range of herbs and brassicas in the garden. A reliable leafy green for year‑round harvest in suitable climates. Also known as leaf beet or Swiss chard, this hardy plant has been a valued food crop in Europe for centuries.
Key Uses: Salads, stir fries, steaming and soups.
Growing conditions: Full sun, rich soil, regular feeding.
Companion notes: Pairs well with herbs and brassicas.
Beta vulgaris var. cicla — a long‑lasting leafy green that produces steadily through the seasons and supplies tender, flavorful leaves for many months. Excellent in salads, stir‑fries, steaming dishes and soups. Prefers full sun, rich, well‑drained soil and regular feeding to maintain continuous growth. Pairs well with a range of herbs and brassicas in the garden. A reliable leafy green for year‑round harvest in suitable climates. Also known as leaf beet or Swiss chard, this hardy plant has been a valued food crop in Europe for centuries.
Key Uses: Salads, stir fries, steaming and soups.
Growing conditions: Full sun, rich soil, regular feeding.
Companion notes: Pairs well with herbs and brassicas.
