When to Plant Swiss Chard in Rhode Island
In a typical Rhode Island location, sow outdoors Mar 21 – Apr 4. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 17 in Newport and as late as Apr 10 in Narragansett.
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 |
|---|---|
| Providence | Mar 21 – Apr 4 |
| Warwick | Mar 21 – Apr 4 |
| Cranston | Mar 21 – Apr 4 |
| Pawtucket | Apr 1 – Apr 15 |
| East Providence | Mar 21 – Apr 4 |
| Woonsocket | Apr 1 – Apr 15 |
| Coventry | Apr 1 – Apr 15 |
| Cumberland | Apr 1 – Apr 15 |
| North Providence | Mar 21 – Apr 4 |
| South Kingstown | Apr 10 – Apr 24 |
| West Warwick | Apr 1 – Apr 15 |
| Johnston | Mar 21 – Apr 4 |
| North Kingstown | Apr 6 – Apr 20 |
| Newport | Mar 17 – Mar 31 |
| Bristol | Mar 21 – Apr 4 |
| Smithfield | Apr 1 – Apr 15 |
| Lincoln | Apr 1 – Apr 15 |
| Central Falls | Apr 1 – Apr 15 |
| Westerly | Mar 21 – Apr 4 |
| Portsmouth | Mar 21 – Apr 4 |
| Middletown | Mar 21 – Apr 4 |
| Barrington | Mar 21 – Apr 4 |
| Narragansett | Apr 10 – Apr 24 |
| East Greenwich | Mar 21 – Apr 4 |
| Newport East | Mar 21 – Apr 4 |
| Valley Falls | Apr 1 – Apr 15 |
| Warren | Mar 21 – Apr 4 |
| North Smithfield | Apr 1 – Apr 15 |
| North Scituate | Apr 4 – Apr 18 |
Showing the 29 most populous of 29 Rhode Island cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Rhode Island cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Swiss chard in Rhode Island?
In a typical Rhode Island location, sow outdoors Mar 21 – Apr 4. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 17 in Newport and as late as Apr 10 in Narragansett.
When is the last frost in Rhode Island?
The average last spring frost in Rhode Island ranges from April 7 in Newport to May 1 in Narragansett, 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 Rhode Island
- 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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