Beta vulgaris 'Cicla' (Chard)

Beta vulgaris (Chard) 'Cicla' with vibrant yellow stems and deep green crinkled leaf plant
Beta vulgaris (Chard) 'Cicla' with yellow stalks and large textured green leaves in the soil.

Botanical name: Beta vulgaris

Common names: Chard, Bright Lights

Cultivar: Cicla

Family: Amaranthaceae

USDA Zone: 2-11

Plant type: Fruit or edible
Fruit type: Fruit or edible
Small plant 2-5 ftPlant form: Small
Plant mature sizeMature height: 2-5 ft
Full sunSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor
Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeCold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular; moderate
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Ornamental foliageFoliage color: Ornamental foliage

Chard has shiny, green, ribbed leaves, with stems that range from white to yellow to red, depending on the cultivar.

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