9 Tips To Grow Giant Chard In Your Garden

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00:00Nine tips to grow giant chard in your garden.

00:04Thin seedlings and space properly.

00:07Overcrowding stunts growth.

00:09Space standard variety up to 8 to 10 inches

00:12and giants up to 12 inches.

00:14Right spacing improves airflow and reduces disease risk.

00:18Thin seedlings make delicious microgreens.

00:21Protect from pests and diseases.

00:24Inspect undersides weekly to avoid pests

00:26like flea beetles and leaf miners.

00:29Use insecticidal soap or neem oil.

00:31Ensure airflow, morning watering, and remove diseased leaves.

00:36Choose quality seeds and optimal sowing times.

00:39Start with quality seeds and plant-sized bread varieties.

00:43Sow early spring or late summer.

00:45Start planting indoors and harden off accordingly.

00:49Encourage beneficial insects and pollinators.

00:52Allow some plants to bloom,

00:54attracting pollinators and predators like hoverflies,

00:57companion flowers, and bee hotels bolster garden balance.

01:02Provide balanced fertilization for vigorous growth.

01:05Chard needs steady nutrients.

01:07Mix balanced fertilizer at planting and compost side dress.

01:11Mid-season, apply nitrogen-rich feeds and water afterwards.

01:16Prepare soil with rich organic matter.

01:19Incorporate 2 inches of compost or aged manure into topsoil.

01:24Aim for 6.0 to 7.0 pH levels, as this will improve texture, drainage, and moisture retention.

01:31Succession, sowing, and harvesting.

01:34Sow every three weeks for continuous harvests.

01:37Cut outer leaves under one-third each time, ensuring rapid, ongoing regrowth.

01:42Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.

01:46Apply 2 to 3 inches of straw or leaf mulch to conserve moisture, regulate temperature, suppress weeds, and enrich soil.

01:55Water consistently, deep, not frequent.

01:59Provide about 1 inch water weekly via deep soaks and not frequent sprinkles.

02:04Morning watering and good drainage prevent wilt and disease.

02:07Water will be the most suitable for all kinds of lawns.

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