Silverbeet - Fordhook Giant

Beta vulgaris

Very curled, dark green leaves with large white ribs and stalks.

50 heirloom seeds

Sowing Information

Plant Type: Annual
Sow When: Temperate: August - May
                   Subtropical: All year
                   Tropical: April - July
Sow Where: Direct or Trays
Sow Depth: 10mm
Germination: 7-14 days 
Position: Full Sun
Plant Spacing: 30cm
Row Spacing: 40cm
Plant Height: 75cm
Harvest: 60-80 days

The image below will help you determine which climate zone you are in, and allow you to choose the best varieties for your area.

Martyman, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons