Beta vulgaris 'Jessica' BIO is an organic Swiss chard variety known for its compact growth and dark green leaves. This plant is ideal for hobby gardens, seedbeds, and professional cultivation, thanks to its early harvest, high yield, and low-maintenance nature.
Thanks to organic cultivation, Jessica BIO is completely free of chemical pesticides, which allows her to deliver a sustainable and healthy product that is suitable for fresh consumption and culinary applications.
Jessica BIO stands out for its compact, bushy growth and tender, dark green leaves. The stems are edible and sturdy, perfect for stir-fries, stews, or salads. The plant grows upright and compact, making it ideal for beds, borders, and pots.
Key Features:
🌿 Type: Organic Swiss Chard
🌸 Leaf color: Dark green
⚡ Harvest time: 6–8 weeks after sowing
🌱 Sowing depth: 1–2 cm
🌞 Location: full sun to partial shade
❄️ Winter hardy: resistant to light frost
🌱 Compact and low-maintenance growth
Sowing: Directly in the ground or in pots/containers; sow 3–5 cm apart and cover lightly with soil.
Soil: Well-drained, fertile, and slightly moist; suitable for various soil types.
Watering: Water regularly, especially during dry spells, to promote even growth.
Fertilization: A light organic fertilizer or compost when sowing early encourages healthy leaf development.
Care: Thin the seedlings so each plant has enough space to develop optimally.
The Beta vulgaris Jessica BIO can be harvested continuously. Cut off the outer leaves and stems so the plant continues to grow and remains harvestable for a long time.
Culinary applications:
Raw salads or green smoothies
Steamed or fried as a side dish
Soups and stews
Stir-fries for extra flavour and nutritional value
✅ Compact, bushy growth – ideal for smaller gardens, balconies and pots
✅ Dark green, tender leaves – tasty and nutritious
✅ Early maturing and continuously harvestable – ready to harvest 6–8 weeks after sowing
✅ Organically certified – sustainable and environmentally friendly
✅ Winter hardy and robust – resistant to light frost
✅ Low-maintenance and productive – easy to grow and versatile in use
With Jessica Organic Swiss Chard, you bring a healthy, colorful, and productive vegetable into your garden that is both visually and culinary appealing.
Latin name: Beta vulgaris 'Jessica' BIO
Type: Organic Swiss Chard
Leaf color: Dark green
Height: 25–35 cm
Location: Sun to partial shade
Sowing depth: 1–2 cm
Harvest: 6–8 weeks from sowing, continuous harvest possible
Special features: Organically certified, compact growth, edible leaves, winter hardy
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