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Silverbeet 'Giant Fordhook Heirloom - 25 Seeds

Leafy green silverbeet is a favourite in Australian gardens and kitchens, where it is a versatile accompaniment to many meals. It is highly nutritious and a good source of vitamins A, B6, C and K as well as riboflavin and folate.
Silverbeet is at its peak between March and August.

This variety produces spectacular white stems which are very high in nutrients. 

Seed Starting Method Raise seedlings and plant out
Sowing Depth 3mm
Growing Season Summer & Spring & Autumn - or anytime outside of frost
Germination Time 5-15 days at temps above 10 degrees
Hardiness Hardy Biennial 
Plant Spacing  40cm
Plant Height 60cm
Planting Position Partial or full sun, moist well manured soil
Days Until Maturity  58-75 days 
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