When to Plant Swiss Chard in Michigan
In a typical Michigan location, sow outdoors Apr 9 – Apr 23. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 29 in Port Huron and as late as Apr 28 in Cadillac.
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 |
|---|---|
| Detroit | Mar 31 – Apr 14 |
| Grand Rapids | Apr 15 – Apr 29 |
| Warren | Mar 31 – Apr 14 |
| Sterling Heights | Apr 9 – Apr 23 |
| Ann Arbor | Apr 14 – Apr 28 |
| Lansing | Apr 10 – Apr 24 |
| Clinton Township | Apr 9 – Apr 23 |
| Flint | Apr 15 – Apr 29 |
| Dearborn | Apr 6 – Apr 20 |
| Livonia | Apr 10 – Apr 24 |
| Canton | Apr 3 – Apr 17 |
| Troy | Apr 5 – Apr 19 |
| Westland | Mar 30 – Apr 13 |
| Farmington Hills | Apr 10 – Apr 24 |
| Kalamazoo | Apr 7 – Apr 21 |
| Waterford | Apr 8 – Apr 22 |
| Wyoming | Apr 15 – Apr 29 |
| Shelby | Apr 5 – Apr 19 |
| Rochester Hills | Apr 5 – Apr 19 |
| Southfield | Apr 10 – Apr 24 |
| West Bloomfield Township | Apr 8 – Apr 22 |
| Taylor | Mar 30 – Apr 13 |
| Pontiac | Apr 5 – Apr 19 |
| Saint Clair Shores | Apr 8 – Apr 22 |
| Royal Oak | Mar 31 – Apr 14 |
| Novi | Apr 10 – Apr 24 |
| Dearborn Heights | Apr 10 – Apr 24 |
| Battle Creek | Apr 9 – Apr 23 |
| Kentwood | Apr 15 – Apr 29 |
| Redford | Apr 10 – Apr 24 |
Showing the 30 most populous of 120 Michigan cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Michigan cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Swiss chard in Michigan?
In a typical Michigan location, sow outdoors Apr 9 – Apr 23. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 29 in Port Huron and as late as Apr 28 in Cadillac.
When is the last frost in Michigan?
The average last spring frost in Michigan ranges from April 19 in Port Huron to May 19 in Cadillac, 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 Michigan
- 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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