Swiss chard is in season from June to August, and from October to April. Look for rainbow varieties of chard at farmers’ markets or farm shops. Choose fresh-looking bunches with bright ...

Plant Swiss chard seeds in rich, well-drained soil and water regularly. You can start harvesting the outer leaves when they reach a few inches in height. The colorful stems and nutrient-rich ...

Chard is mainly sown in the spring for picking over the summer, although by protecting the crop with a cloche, leaves can be harvested during autumn and winter. Spinach can either be sown in ...