When to Plant Swiss Chard in Nevada
In a typical Nevada location, sow outdoors Feb 23 – Mar 9. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Dec 30 in Henderson and as late as May 16 in Spring Creek.
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 |
|---|---|
| Las Vegas | Jan 3 – Jan 17 |
| Henderson | Dec 30 – Jan 13 |
| Reno | Apr 7 – Apr 21 |
| North Las Vegas | Jan 11 – Jan 25 |
| Paradise | Dec 30 – Jan 13 |
| Sunrise Manor | Jan 11 – Jan 25 |
| Spring Valley | Dec 30 – Jan 13 |
| Enterprise | Jan 14 – Jan 28 |
| Sparks | Apr 10 – Apr 24 |
| Carson City | Apr 13 – Apr 27 |
| Whitney | Dec 30 – Jan 13 |
| Pahrump | Mar 8 – Mar 22 |
| Winchester | Dec 30 – Jan 13 |
| Summerlin South | Feb 20 – Mar 6 |
| Elko | May 8 – May 22 |
| Fernley | Apr 18 – May 2 |
| Sun Valley | Apr 7 – Apr 21 |
| Mesquite | Feb 23 – Mar 9 |
| Boulder City | Dec 31 – Jan 14 |
| Spanish Springs | Apr 12 – Apr 26 |
| Spring Creek | May 16 – May 30 |
| Gardnerville Ranchos | May 9 – May 23 |
Showing the 22 most populous of 22 Nevada cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Nevada cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Swiss chard in Nevada?
In a typical Nevada location, sow outdoors Feb 23 – Mar 9. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Dec 30 in Henderson and as late as May 16 in Spring Creek.
When is the last frost in Nevada?
The average last spring frost in Nevada ranges from January 20 in Henderson to June 6 in Spring Creek, 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 Nevada
- 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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