When to Plant Swiss Chard in Georgia
In a typical Georgia location, sow outdoors Mar 4 – Mar 18. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Jan 12 in St. Marys and as late as Mar 21 in Cartersville.
Fairly cold-hardy; direct sow 1-3 weeks before last frost. Tolerates light frost in fall too.
Swiss Chard Planting Dates by City
| City | Direct sow |
|---|---|
| Atlanta | Mar 3 – Mar 17 |
| Columbus | Feb 12 – Feb 26 |
| Savannah | Feb 9 – Feb 23 |
| Athens | Mar 2 – Mar 16 |
| South Fulton | Feb 22 – Mar 8 |
| Sandy Springs | Mar 4 – Mar 18 |
| Roswell | Mar 4 – Mar 18 |
| Macon | Feb 28 – Mar 14 |
| Johns Creek | Mar 4 – Mar 18 |
| Albany | Feb 17 – Mar 3 |
| Warner Robins | Feb 18 – Mar 4 |
| Alpharetta | Mar 4 – Mar 18 |
| Marietta | Mar 6 – Mar 20 |
| Smyrna | Mar 6 – Mar 20 |
| Valdosta | Feb 12 – Feb 26 |
| Brookhaven | Mar 4 – Mar 18 |
| Stonecrest | Mar 4 – Mar 18 |
| Dunwoody | Mar 4 – Mar 18 |
| Augusta | Feb 6 – Feb 20 |
| Peachtree Corners | Mar 4 – Mar 18 |
| Gainesville | Feb 27 – Mar 13 |
| Milton | Mar 14 – Mar 28 |
| Newnan | Mar 13 – Mar 27 |
| Mableton | Mar 6 – Mar 20 |
| Rome | Mar 11 – Mar 25 |
| Martinez | Feb 6 – Feb 20 |
| East Point | Feb 22 – Mar 8 |
| Peachtree City | Mar 5 – Mar 19 |
| Dalton | Mar 12 – Mar 26 |
| Kennesaw | Mar 12 – Mar 26 |
Showing the 30 most populous of 113 Georgia cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Georgia cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Swiss chard in Georgia?
In a typical Georgia location, sow outdoors Mar 4 – Mar 18. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Jan 12 in St. Marys and as late as Mar 21 in Cartersville.
When is the last frost in Georgia?
The average last spring frost in Georgia ranges from February 2 in St. Marys to April 11 in Cartersville, based on NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals.
How long do Swiss chard take to grow?
Swiss Chard typically take 50–60 days from planting to harvest. Fairly cold-hardy; direct sow 1-3 weeks before last frost. Tolerates light frost in fall too.
Other Crops in Georgia
- Tomatoes
- Peppers
- Eggplant
- Cucumbers
- Zucchini
- Winter Squash
- Pumpkins
- Watermelon
- Cantaloupe
- Corn
- Green Beans
- Peas
- Lettuce
- Spinach
- Kale
- Arugula
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Cabbage
- Brussels Sprouts
- Carrots
- Beets
- Radishes
- Turnips
- Onions
- Garlic
- Potatoes
- Sweet Potatoes
- Asparagus
- Basil
- Cilantro
- Parsley
- Dill
- Oregano
- Thyme
- Sunflowers
- Zinnias
- Marigolds
- Cosmos
- Nasturtiums
- Dahlias
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