When to Plant Swiss Chard in Minnesota
In a typical Minnesota location, sow outdoors Apr 9 – Apr 23. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 31 in Winona and as late as May 15 in Hibbing.
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 |
|---|---|
| Minneapolis | Apr 2 – Apr 16 |
| Saint Paul | Apr 3 – Apr 17 |
| Rochester | Apr 9 – Apr 23 |
| Bloomington | Apr 2 – Apr 16 |
| Duluth | Apr 23 – May 7 |
| Brooklyn Park | Apr 9 – Apr 23 |
| Plymouth | Apr 8 – Apr 22 |
| Maple Grove | Apr 9 – Apr 23 |
| Woodbury | Apr 5 – Apr 19 |
| Eagan | Apr 2 – Apr 16 |
| Saint Cloud | Apr 16 – Apr 30 |
| Eden Prairie | Apr 2 – Apr 16 |
| West Coon Rapids | Apr 9 – Apr 23 |
| Coon Rapids | Apr 9 – Apr 23 |
| Blaine | Apr 14 – Apr 28 |
| Burnsville | Apr 2 – Apr 16 |
| Lakeville | Apr 6 – Apr 20 |
| Minnetonka | Apr 9 – Apr 23 |
| Apple Valley | Apr 6 – Apr 20 |
| Edina | Apr 2 – Apr 16 |
| Minnetonka Mills | Apr 8 – Apr 22 |
| Saint Louis Park | Apr 8 – Apr 22 |
| Moorhead | Apr 14 – Apr 28 |
| Mankato | Apr 9 – Apr 23 |
| Maplewood | Apr 5 – Apr 19 |
| Shakopee | Apr 2 – Apr 16 |
| Richfield | Apr 2 – Apr 16 |
| Cottage Grove | Apr 2 – Apr 16 |
| Roseville | Apr 7 – Apr 21 |
| Inver Grove Heights | Apr 3 – Apr 17 |
Showing the 30 most populous of 104 Minnesota cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Minnesota cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Swiss chard in Minnesota?
In a typical Minnesota location, sow outdoors Apr 9 – Apr 23. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 31 in Winona and as late as May 15 in Hibbing.
When is the last frost in Minnesota?
The average last spring frost in Minnesota ranges from April 21 in Winona to June 5 in Hibbing, 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 Minnesota
- 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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