Tag: Chard

Chard Subspecies Beta vulgaris subsp. vulgaris Cultivar group Cicla Group, Flavescens Group Origin Sea beet (Beta vulgaris subsp. maritima) Cultivar group members Many; see text. Where does chard come from? Swiss chard originates from a wild version of the beet that naturally grew in the Mediterranean. The original variety has been traced back to the […]

Chard is raised for its large leaves and stems, and beets are raised both for greens and roots. The best quality is obtained when beets are grown under conditions of good sunlight and cool temperatures (50° F-65° F). What is the difference between chard and beets? Chard is a leafy, and often colorful vegetable, in […]

The brightly colored ribs of the celery like stems belong to the well-known Swiss chard plant family. The choices keep coming with a rainbow of types of Swiss chard. This nutritious plant is easy to grow and can be harvested several times in spring. What vegetable family is chard? Swiss chard (Beta vulgaris L. var. […]

5 Types of Companion Plants to Grow Alongside Swiss Chard Consider planting shallots, leeks, or chives nearby. 2. Brassicas: Members of the cabbage family (Brassica) are some of the best Swiss chard companion plants. This includes cabbage, Brussels sprouts, turnips, kohlrabi, and collard greens. What should not be planted near Swiss chard? Chard also shouldn’t […]

Swiss Chard / Rainbow Chard (Silverbeet) Similar to English Spinach the chard family is great in cooked kale recipes. The stems of chard are larger and stronger in flavour than kale stems so you may like to compost the stems or use for another dish. Can you replace kale with Swiss chard? If you’re making […]

Collard greens, or collards, are popular in Southern cuisine. Both are members of the cabbage family. Swiss chard has thick, dark leaves and a flavor similar to spinach. Is Swiss chard and collards the same? Swiss chard is more tender – but not as easy to tear as collard greens, which have the thinest (and […]

silverbeet. In Australia the greens from the Beta vulgaris family are most commonly called silverbeet, while in the States it is known as chard. The greens that we refer to as silverbeet grow as a cluster. The stems are broad and white and the leaves are fan like and have deep green crumbled leaves. What […]

Here are 7 facts you might not already know: Swiss chard and beets share the same classification: Beta vulgaris. Surprisingly, Swiss chard did NOT originate in Switzerland. Swiss chard is a descendant of the wild beet. Swiss chard is the queen of nicknames. Bitterness comes from the stalk. How did Swiss chard get its name? […]

Though beet greens are delicious, beets are usually cultivated for their roots while Swiss chard is cultivated for its leaves. 2. Surprisingly, Swiss chard did NOT originate in Switzerland. Swiss chard’s place of origin is Sicily, Italy. Does Swiss chard come from Switzerland? Swiss chard does not originate in Switzerland– it was name by a […]

The leaves are often separated from the stalks before cooking, but the stalks are edible as well! Swiss chard is similar to beet greens, spinach and kale, and you can substitute swiss chard for any of these leafy greens. What tastes like Swiss chard? Mature spinach tastes quite mild and has a dark green color […]

Greens include vegetables such as kale (Brassica oleracea acephala), spinach (Spinacia oleracea), and chard (Beta vulgaris). These vegetables are a good source of prebiotics and they also contain valuable nutrients such as vitamin A, vitamin C, fiber and potassium. What greens are prebiotics? The 19 Best Prebiotic Foods You Should Eat Chicory root. Chicory root […]

Chard is a leafy, and often colorful vegetable, in the beet family. However, while beets are primarily cultivated for their root (though many also enjoy beet greens), the stems and leaves are the favored parts of chard. Is Swiss chard and beet tops the same thing? Chard is perhaps most commonly referred to as Swiss […]

Chard, which is also known as swiss chard, silverbeet, perpetual spinach, and beet spinach, is a distinctly different species to spinach despite the similar names and functions. Spinach belongs to the Amaranthaceae family whereas chard is closely related to beetroot and sugar beets. Can Swiss chard be substituted for spinach? Swiss chard is similar to […]

Swiss chard is also known as stem chard, spinach beet, leaf beet, white beet, seakale beet, and silver beet. • Some gardeners choose to feature chard in their gardens because of the chard’s colorful stem and decorative large green leaves. • Swiss chard does not originate in Switzerland- it was name by a Swiss botanist. […]

Chardonnay went from boom to bust in the 90s. At its low point, it took a beating in kitsch comedy Kath & Kim (“It’s French, the h is silent”), it was laughed at by a snobby ACB (Anything But chardonnay) movement and sales slumped after it was named Bridget Jones’ favourite tipple. Is it pronounced […]

Raw Swiss chard should be kept in a plastic bag in the fridge for up to 3 days. Rinse well in water just before using. Cooked Swiss chard will keep in an air tight container for up to 5 days in the fridge. You can also freeze it for up to 12 months. How do […]

Oxalic acid is the thing that makes your teeth and tongue feel “fuzzy” or your throat burn after you eat greens like chard or spinach. That funny feeling is caused by the oxalic acid crystals in the greens binding with the calcium in your teeth and usually passes fairly quickly. Is Swiss chard toxic? Swiss […]

Chard. Chard is Somerset’s highest town and a visit to this attractive location should definitely include exploring the Chard Museum and Heritage Centre which contains a variety of interesting exhibits and displays, including an exhibition on John Stringfellow and the first aircraft to be flown under its own power. Is Chard a rough town? In […]

In a review of Chard, the town is described as “the roughest town in west country, probably the country”. What’s it like in Chard? Chard is a traditional, bustling market town. Its attractive, unusually wide high street is flanked by little streams which run alongside the pavements, and some handsome buildings, many of which were […]

Sturdy greens like kale, collard greens, Swiss chard, mustard greens and others can take up a lot of valuable real estate. You can store them in a fraction of the space — and prolong their life — by simply chilling them raw or cooked, or blanching and freezing them. How do you store Swiss chard […]