Swiss Chard Seeds - Pink Lipstick

Vibrant, Colorful Greens for Your Garden
Add a pop of color to your garden with Pink Lipstick Swiss Chard! Known for its striking pink stems and dark green leaves, this variety brings both beauty and flavor to your vegetable plot. Not only will it stand out as an ornamental addition to your garden, but its leaves are equally delicious in a variety of dishes.

Key Benefits

• Vibrant Color: Features bright pink stems that contrast beautifully with the dark green leaves, adding an attractive touch to garden beds and containers.
• Delicious and Nutritious: Like other Swiss chard varieties, Pink Lipstick is rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron, magnesium, and folate, making it a healthy choice for your meals.
• Cold-Tolerant: Can thrive in cooler temperatures, making it suitable for early spring and fall gardens.
• Long Harvest Season: This variety offers a long harvesting period from spring through fall. You can harvest the outer leaves and let the plant continue to grow for a continuous supply of fresh greens.
• Edible Stems and Leaves: Both the stems and leaves are edible, with the stems offering a slight crunch, perfect for adding texture to stir-fries or soups.

Planting Instructions

Planting Season

• Spring or Fall: Best sown in early spring or late summer for a fall harvest, as it tolerates light frosts and grows well in cooler weather.

Planting Details

• Depth: Plant seeds 1/2 inch deep in well-drained soil.
• Spacing: Space seeds 6-8 inches apart, with rows about 12-18 inches apart.
• Light: Prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade. The more sunlight it gets, the better it will grow.
• Soil: Thrives in well-drained, fertile soil with a pH between 6.0-7.0.

Watering and Care

• Water Needs: Keep soil evenly moist, especially during dry periods, but avoid waterlogging.
• Fertilizing: Apply a balanced organic fertilizer or compost every 4-6 weeks to encourage healthy growth.
• Mulching: Mulch around the base of plants to retain moisture, suppress weeds, and keep the soil temperature consistent.
• Thinning: Thin seedlings to 8-12 inches apart once they sprout to ensure proper airflow and space for growth.

Harvesting

• When to Harvest: Begin harvesting leaves once they are 6-8 inches long, typically 50-60 days after planting.
• How to Harvest: Harvest outer leaves first, allowing the inner leaves to continue growing for a cut-and-come-again harvest.
• Storage: Store harvested leaves in the refrigerator in a plastic bag for up to a week. You can also freeze or dehydrate excess leaves for later use.

Perfect For

• Colorful Gardens: Adds a vibrant splash of color to garden beds, container gardens, and borders.
• Healthy Meals: Ideal for salads, stir-fries, soups, and smoothies, providing both nutrients and visual appeal.
• Cool-Season Gardens: Perfect for spring and fall harvests, with the ability to withstand cooler temperatures.
• Edible Ornamental Planting: Great for gardeners who enjoy growing both decorative and edible plants.

Coverage

• Packet: Covers approximately 10-12 square feet, depending on planting density.

Bring Color and Flavor to Your Garden with Pink Lipstick Swiss Chard

If you’re looking for a Swiss chard variety that combines beauty and taste, Pink Lipstick Swiss Chard is a must-have. With its vibrant pink stems and nutritious, tasty leaves, it will brighten your garden and provide a fresh, healthy addition to your meals.

Order your Pink Lipstick Swiss Chard Seeds today and grow this colorful, flavorful vegetable in your garden!