When to plant swiss chard in Virginia
Virginia spans USDA zones 7a–8b, so the right time to plant swiss chard shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about March 2 in Norfolk to April 12 in Radford — below are local dates for 127 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | 8b | March 29 | November 12 | March 15 – April 26 |
| Chesapeake | 8a | March 23 | November 18 | March 9 – April 20 |
| Arlington | 7b | March 24 | November 18 | March 10 – April 21 |
| Norfolk | 8b | March 16 | November 26 | March 2 – April 13 |
| Richmond | 7b | April 3 | November 4 | March 20 – May 1 |
| Newport News | 8a | April 1 | November 9 | March 18 – April 29 |
| Alexandria | 8a | March 24 | November 18 | March 10 – April 21 |
| Hampton | 8b | March 24 | November 15 | March 10 – April 21 |
Swiss Chard in Virginia: FAQ
When can I plant swiss chard in Virginia?
Across Virginia, the time to direct-sow swiss chard spans roughly March 2 in Norfolk to April 12 in Radford, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the swiss chard planting date vary across Virginia?
Yes. Virginia publishes 127 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 Virginia?
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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