Swiss Chard - Ruby Red - Microgreens Seeds

Growing Directions:

Grow only in soil. Chard is part of the beet family and the greens look very similar to beet greens.. Cut close to the soil to feature the colorful stem, and rinse well. Beets seeds are abnormally shaped seed, which contributes to why its preferred medium is soil. Their root systems require a bit more room to explore and grab hold. Beet greens are very colorful and flavorful.

Prepare your soil in your tray by tamping it and making sure it is moist. after presoak, sow your seeds and then cover with a thin layer of soil. This provides the ideal conditions for the seeds to germinate. After a while, the beets will start to poke through the the top layer"which also serves to de-shell the seed. Keep covered with the blackout dome for up to five days. After that, place under a growlight until mature! Cut close to the soil line to feature the red stem.

For more detailed instructions on growing, as well as some troubleshooting and tips, please visit our Soil Growing Directions page

Facts:

Swiss chard is well known for its remarkable nutritional qualities. All of the health benefits of full grown swiss chard are found in microgreen form! A few of these qualities and benefits include:

• High levels of antioxidants, which can lower the risk of chronic diseases, including cancer 
• Helps prevent high blood pressure and diabetes
  
• Boosts digestion

Seeds per Package:

• 1 oz - Approximately 930 seeds
  
• 4 oz - Approximately 3,720 seeds
• 1 lb - Approximately 14,880 seeds
• 5 lb - Approximately 74,400 seeds
• 25 lb - Approximately 372,000 seeds