El Dorado Swiss Chard
Growing El Dorado Swiss Chard
‘El Dorado’ is a striking open-pollinated Swiss chard known for its vivid golden-yellow stems and dark green, savoyed leaves. The bright color extends through the leaf veins for an eye-catching contrast, while vigorous, upright plants offer dependable garden performance. Slow to bolt and attractive at every stage, ‘El Dorado’ is a great choice for both home gardens and microgreen production.
Sow ‘El Dorado’ directly in the garden about ½ inch deep. Space plants about 6 inches apart and grow in full sun. This cold-tolerant variety also performs well in containers.
Ready to harvest in about 55 days, pick leaves at your preferred size, choosing younger growth for the most tender texture.
Colorful, tender, and versatile, ‘El Dorado’ is excellent for fresh eating, sautéing, steaming, and everyday cooking.
- Days to Maturity: 55
- Sow Method: Direct Sow
- Sow Depth: ½ Inch
- Spacing: 6 Inches
- Sun: Full Sun
- Height: 20 Inches
Catalog Page: 31
Direct Sow
½ Inch
20 Inches
Beta vulgaris var. cicla