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Chard. Chard is a beet that has been chosen for leaf production at the expense of storage root formation. Chard will produce fresh white, yellow or red leaf stalks. It is an attractive ornamental that adds color to the vegetable garden.hard can be harvested while the leaves are young and tender or after maturity when larger have slightly tougher stems. Chard is extremely perishable, so keep refrigerator storage time to a minimum. Store unwashed leaves in plastic bags in the crisper for 2 to 3 days.
Health benefits of Swiss chard: Swiss chard is a nutritional powerhouse -- an excellent source of vitamins K, A, and C, as well as a good source of magnesium, potassium, iron, and dietary fiber. Swiss chard rainbow: The thick stalks are red, white, yellow, or green. All have a mildly bitter taste. The origins of chard: âChardâ comes from the Latin word cardus, meaning thistle. Swiss chard growth: Swiss chard plants can grow to 28 inches high. Cooking Swiss chard: Prepare Swiss chard by rinsing the crisp leaves several times in warm water.