SW3-50
60 days. Beta vulgaris. Open Pollinated. Lucullus Swiss Chard. The plant produces good yields of delicious green leaves with white ribbed stems. This popular Swiss Chard variety is prized for its mild, sweet flavor; high nutritional value, rich in Vitamins A and C; heat and cold tolerance; and long harvest season. It is considered one of the best-tasting white-stemmed chards. It has a mild, sweet flavor similar to spinach and less bitter than many greens. Great fresh in salads, soups, lightly steamed, sautéed, or braised. It won't bolt in the summer heat. Bolt Resistant. Cold Tolerant, Heat Tolerant. An excellent choice for home gardens. United States Department of Agriculture, NSL 6346. A 1914 heirloom variety from the USA.