When to Plant Swiss Chard in North Carolina
In a typical North Carolina location, sow outdoors Mar 10 – Mar 24. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Feb 25 in Morehead City and as late as Apr 11 in Boone.
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 |
|---|---|
| Charlotte | Mar 9 – Mar 23 |
| Raleigh | Mar 7 – Mar 21 |
| Greensboro | Mar 11 – Mar 25 |
| Durham | Mar 12 – Mar 26 |
| Winston-Salem | Mar 5 – Mar 19 |
| Fayetteville | Mar 9 – Mar 23 |
| Cary | Mar 7 – Mar 21 |
| Wilmington | Feb 26 – Mar 12 |
| High Point | Mar 9 – Mar 23 |
| Asheville | Mar 16 – Mar 30 |
| Greenville | Mar 6 – Mar 20 |
| Concord | Mar 11 – Mar 25 |
| Gastonia | Mar 6 – Mar 20 |
| Jacksonville | Mar 10 – Mar 24 |
| Chapel Hill | Mar 10 – Mar 24 |
| Rocky Mount | Mar 10 – Mar 24 |
| Huntersville | Mar 9 – Mar 23 |
| Burlington | Mar 8 – Mar 22 |
| Wilson | Mar 1 – Mar 15 |
| Kannapolis | Mar 11 – Mar 25 |
| Apex | Mar 6 – Mar 20 |
| Hickory | Mar 10 – Mar 24 |
| Wake Forest | Mar 14 – Mar 28 |
| Indian Trail | Mar 10 – Mar 24 |
| Mooresville | Mar 19 – Apr 2 |
| Goldsboro | Mar 7 – Mar 21 |
| Monroe | Mar 13 – Mar 27 |
| Salisbury | Mar 16 – Mar 30 |
| Holly Springs | Mar 16 – Mar 30 |
| Matthews | Mar 10 – Mar 24 |
Showing the 30 most populous of 95 North Carolina cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all North Carolina cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Swiss chard in North Carolina?
In a typical North Carolina location, sow outdoors Mar 10 – Mar 24. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Feb 25 in Morehead City and as late as Apr 11 in Boone.
When is the last frost in North Carolina?
The average last spring frost in North Carolina ranges from March 18 in Morehead City to May 2 in Boone, 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 North Carolina
- 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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