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When to Plant Swiss Chard in Axson, Georgia (31624)

Location

Axson, Georgia

ZIP Code

31624

USDA Zone

9a

Last Frost

Friday, February 20, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Friday, January 23, 2026

Pro Tip: Sow Swiss Chard directly outdoors 4 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Beta vulgaris subsp. vulgaris
Days to Maturity 55 days
Mature Height 18-24"
Spread 12"
Type Leaf
Fruit Size N/A

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun to Partial Shade

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Water

Regular (1-1.5 inches/week)

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Spacing

8" apart

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Planting Depth

0.5" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 5-10 days

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Growing Swiss Chard in Zone 9a

Swiss Chard (Beta vulgaris subsp. vulgaris) is a popular garden vegetable. In Axson, Georgia, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 9a, you should direct sow seeds around Friday, January 23, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Friday, February 20, 2026. Swiss Chard grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.