{"product_id":"pelleted-seed-swiss-chard-rainbow-4-non-gmo-heirloom-seed-sizes-available","title":"Pelleted Seed Swiss Chard Rainbow 4 Non-GMO, Heirloom Seed Sizes Available","description":"\u003cp\u003eBring color from the garden to your dinner plate with \u003cstrong style=\"color: #006400;\"\u003eRainbow Swiss Chard\u003c\/strong\u003e. These non-GMO heirloom seeds produce shiny, medium-green leaves with edible stalks in shades of gold, white, red, and magenta. Plants typically reach approximately 21 to 26 inches tall under suitable conditions. Pick tender leaves for a fresh harvest or cook the leaves and colorful stalks together for a simple side dish. Choose \u003cstrong\u003e60, 80, 100, or 200 pelleted seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"color: #006400; font-weight: 700;\"\u003eGermination Rate: 93%. Test Date: 03\/26. JSS.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eWhy Choose Rainbow Swiss Chard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColorful edible stalks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold, white, red, and magenta stems add interest to the garden and kitchen. Individual plants and packets may vary in color proportions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo useful textures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tender leaves wilt quickly, while firmer stalks add a satisfying bite when cooked first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible harvests:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick outer leaves while protecting the crown for continued growth when conditions permit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrnamental appeal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shiny leaves and bright stalks work beautifully in vegetable beds and edible landscapes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasier sowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pellets are easier to see and handle than uncoated seed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003ePlanting Tips for Success\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChoose your season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow in spring or for a fall crop, adjusting to local weather and frost dates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrepare the bed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose fertile, well-drained soil with mature compost. Use a sufficiently large container if planting in pots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSow and moisten:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant approximately 1\/2 inch deep in fine soil. Keep the seedbed evenly moist while pellets soften and seedlings emerge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAllow growing room:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thin to approximately 8 to 12 inches apart for full-size plants; closer spacing can suit baby-leaf harvests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProvide suitable light:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grow in sun, with afternoon protection where intense summer heat stresses plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed steadily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Avoid prolonged drying or waterlogging. Fertilize according to soil-test results and product-label directions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport and harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Staking is generally unnecessary. Cut outer leaves near their base without damaging the central growing point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eWhat Are Pelleted Seeds?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA coating gives seeds a more uniform size for easier handling and placement. Maintain consistent moisture as the coating softens. Pelleting does not guarantee germination or eliminate the need to thin seedlings. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/blogs\/news\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-pelleted-seeds\" style=\"color: #0000ee; font-weight: 700;\"\u003eLearn more about pelleted seeds.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eWhy Choose David's Garden Seeds®?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeteran-Owned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplying premium seeds since 2009.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGO TEXAN Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supporting local agriculture and communities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrity Pledge:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds has taken the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/blogs\/news\/safe-seed-pledge\" style=\"color: #0000ee; font-weight: 700;\"\u003eSeed Integrity Pledge\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegetable Seed License:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds has been granted a Vegetable Seed License for the State of Texas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eCooking Methods\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSautéed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cook chopped stalks first, then add leaves so both finish tender.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoups:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stir chopped leaves into soups near the end of cooking; give stalks additional time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use thoroughly washed tender young leaves sparingly in mixed salads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBraised:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gently cook stalks and leaves with a little broth, finishing with citrus or herbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center; color: #ff0000; font-weight: 700;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000; font-weight: 700;\"\u003eOrder Rainbow Swiss Chard Pelleted Seeds Today\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; color: #ff0000; font-weight: 700;\"\u003eChoose your packet size and grow colorful greens for fresh garden-to-table meals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eNutritional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvested produce:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nutrition refers to edible Swiss chard leaves and stalks, not planting seeds or coating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety-specific analysis:\u003c\/strong\u003e Verified serving-based nutrient amounts and % Daily Value figures for this Rainbow Swiss chard are not available in this listing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNutrient content varies with growing conditions, serving size, and preparation. No variety-specific nutrient figures are claimed.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eImportant Disclosures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Colors, plant height, flavor, growth rate, and yields vary with growing conditions. Not every plant will display every stalk color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep pellets cool, dry, and away from direct sunlight. Seeds and their coating are for planting, not eating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use local frost dates and regional extension guidance to choose planting windows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; color: #006400; font-weight: 700; font-style: italic;\"\u003eGrow something beautiful. Grow something delicious. Grow with David's Garden Seeds®.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eGarlic-Lemon Sautéed Rainbow Swiss Chard\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrepare this colorful side dish using harvested Rainbow Swiss chard, not seed-packet contents. Serves 4 as a side. Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 10 to 12 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 pound harvested Rainbow Swiss chard, leaves and stalks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 tablespoons olive oil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 tablespoons water, plus more as needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/8 teaspoon black pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLemon wedges for serving, optional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eDirections\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash chard thoroughly under running water, removing soil from stalk bases. Separate stalks from leaves. Chop stalks into approximately 1\/2-inch pieces and cut leaves into broad ribbons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped stalks and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd garlic and cook for 30 seconds, stirring to prevent burning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd leaves in batches, tossing as they wilt. Add water, cover, and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, until leaves are wilted and stalks are tender. Add a small splash of water if needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUncover and cook briefly to evaporate excess moisture. Stir in lemon juice, zest, salt, and pepper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTaste and adjust seasoning. Serve warm with optional lemon wedges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"font-weight: 700;\"\u003eRecipe Tips and Storage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCook stalks a little longer if you prefer them very soft. Avoid overcrowding the pan; use two batches if needed. Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container within 2 hours, or within 1 hour above 90°F. Use within 3 to 4 days and reheat leftovers to 165°F. This is a cooked side dish, not a tested canning recipe.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"David's Garden Seeds®","offers":[{"title":"60 Seeds","offer_id":46972835234049,"sku":"703PJSS-1","price":2.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"80 Seeds","offer_id":46972835266817,"sku":"703PJSS-2","price":3.46,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 Seeds","offer_id":46972835299585,"sku":"703PJSS-3","price":3.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200 Seeds","offer_id":46972835332353,"sku":"703PJSS-4","price":5.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/4659\/7796\/files\/pelleted-seed-swiss-chard-rainbow-cutting-board.png?v=1792977188","url":"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/products\/pelleted-seed-swiss-chard-rainbow-4-non-gmo-heirloom-seed-sizes-available","provider":"David's Garden Seeds®","version":"1.0","type":"link"}