When to plant swiss chard in Nevada
Nevada spans USDA zones 5b–9b, so the right time to plant swiss chard shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about January 6 in Henderson to May 23 in Spring Creek — below are local dates for 24 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas | 9a | January 24 | December 10 | January 10 – February 21 |
| Henderson | 9b | January 20 | December 15 | January 6 – February 17 |
| North Las Vegas | 9a | February 1 | December 8 | January 18 – March 1 |
| Reno | 7b | April 28 | October 27 | April 14 – May 26 |
| Enterprise | 9a | February 4 | December 5 | January 21 – March 4 |
| Spring Valley | 9a | February 4 | December 5 | January 21 – March 4 |
| Sunrise Manor | 9b | February 1 | December 8 | January 18 – March 1 |
| Paradise | 9b | January 20 | December 15 | January 6 – February 17 |
Swiss Chard in Nevada: FAQ
When can I plant swiss chard in Nevada?
Across Nevada, the time to direct-sow swiss chard spans roughly January 6 in Henderson to May 23 in Spring Creek, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the swiss chard planting date vary across Nevada?
Yes. Nevada publishes 24 cities with their own frost dates, so the right swiss chard planting window shifts by weeks between the warmest and coldest parts of the state — use your city's page for the exact dates.
How long does swiss chard take to grow in Nevada?
Swiss Chard takes about 50–60 days to reach harvest once planted — check that this fits inside your city's frost-free season on its place page.
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