Perpetual Swiss Chard

55 days — Also known as 'Spinach Beet', 'Leaf Beet' and 'Perpetual Spinach', 'Perpetual' is actually a variety of Swiss chard and not spinach. The leaves are smooth and dark-green in color, resembling spinach, with fine midribs. It is very vigorous and provides an almost "perpetual" harvest. If you garden in an area with a hot climate, it is a great choice for a continuous supply of tasty summertime greens.

An old European variety that was introduced in about 1869. Each packet contains one gram, which can vary from 30 to 50 seeds.