{"product_id":"silver-beet-perpetual-heirloom","title":"Silver beet Perpetual | heirloom","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\na {\n    text-decoration: none;\n    color: #464feb;\n}\ntr th, tr td {\n    border: 1px solid #e6e6e6;\n}\ntr th {\n    background-color: #f5f5f5;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSilver beet perpetual \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e(Beta vulgaris var. cicla)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSilver beet—also known as Swiss chard—is a reliable, fast‑growing leafy green valued for its broad, glossy leaves and thick, crisp stems. A staple in home gardens, it produces continuously over many months and thrives in a wide range of conditions, making it one of the easiest greens to grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth the leaves and stems are edible and highly versatile in the kitchen. Young leaves can be harvested small and used fresh in salads, while mature leaves and stalks are best lightly cooked—perfect for stir‑fries, sautés, soups, pies, quiches, and pasta dishes. Silverbeet is closely related to beetroot but is grown solely for its lush foliage rather than its root. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌿 Why You’ll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtremely \u003cstrong\u003eproductive and long‑lasting harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaves regrow quickly after cutting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerforms well in \u003cstrong\u003egarden beds or containers\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat and light‑frost tolerant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMild flavour similar to spinach, with added crunch from the stems \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌱 Growing \u0026amp; Harvesting Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to grow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silverbeet thrives in full sun but tolerates partial shade, especially in warmer climates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect sow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds directly into the garden in spring, or autumn in mild climates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCut‑and‑come‑again:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harvest outer leaves regularly to encourage continual new growth. Plants can be picked for months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil \u0026amp; water:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers well‑drained soil enriched with organic matter and steady moisture for tender leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌱 Plant Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eBeta vulgaris\u003c\/em\u003e var. \u003cem\u003ecicla\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual vegetable (often grown as a long‑term crop)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Baby leaf or mature leaf \u0026amp; stem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApprox. 50 seeds pkt \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Organic Garden Selections","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46225079435461,"sku":null,"price":3.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/0185\/0053\/files\/iStock-1097752866-modified-35b86263-4f52-4897-a2f6-fbeb201c6f2aSilverbeetperpetual.jpg?v=1778805718","url":"https:\/\/organicgardenselections.com.au\/products\/silver-beet-perpetual-heirloom","provider":"Organic Garden Selections","version":"1.0","type":"link"}