Swiss chard variety for ribs and leaves

Swiss chard seeds ‘Lucullus’ are a classic leaf vegetable choice for kitchen gardens, valued for their broad, pale ribs and generous green foliage. This annual vegetable is grown for both the tender leaf blades and the thicker stalks, making it a versatile option among leaf vegetable seeds. Plants form an upright clump and can reach around 40 cm in height under good conditions. The variety is known as a chard rib stalk type, producing substantial stems alongside plenty of leafy growth.

Plant habit, site preference, and garden use

Lucullus is suitable for open ground growing and performs well across many soil types, making it a practical pick for open ground sowing seeds in mixed vegetable beds. For best results, choose a bright position; it is commonly grown as full sun vegetable seeds where plants can develop strong ribs and steady leaf production. The foliage can be harvested repeatedly as cut and come again leaves, supporting a long picking window in the garden. If you are looking for lucullus swiss chard seeds with reliable garden performance and a traditional look, this variety fits well into both small plots and larger rows.

Botanical identity and variety classification details

This cultivar belongs to Beta vulgaris, a species that includes several familiar garden vegetables. As beta vulgaris seeds selected for leafy growth, Lucullus is typically classified as an annual swiss chard type and is often chosen for its balance of ribs and leaves. It pairs well with other leafy crops and can be grown as part of a succession of full sun chard seeds for continuous kitchen-garden harvests.

Swiss Chard Lucullus seeds (Beta vulgaris) – annual vegetable
Swiss Chard Lucullus (Beta vulgaris) – annual vegetable seeds from SeedsChoice

Swiss Chard Seeds Lucullus Beta Vulgaris Annual Variety

Botanical Name:
Beta vulgaris
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€4,45

Swiss chard seeds Lucullus annual variety with pale ribs and green leaves for gardens

Package contains:
approx. 375 seeds | approx. 5 GRAM
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EAN:
8721445274826
Brand:
Shaphira
Collection:
Bloom
Key Specifications -
  • Lifespan / Lifecycle
    Lifespan / Lifecycle Annual
  • Organic
    Organic No
  • Planting Method
    Planting Method Direct Sow
  • Planting Period
    Planting Period Apr + Aug + Jul + Jun + May + Sep
  • Peak Season
    Peak Season Aug + Jul + Jun + Oct + Sep
  • Full Growth Height
    Full Growth Height 30 - 50 cm
  • Sun / Light Requirements
    Sun / Light Requirements Full Sun
  • Spacing / Planting Width
    Spacing / Planting Width 15 - 30 cm
  • Soil Type / Requirements
    Soil Type / Requirements Well Draining
  • Hardiness / Growing Zone
    Hardiness / Growing Zone Average Climates + Colder Climates + Maritime Climates + Warm Climates
  • Water Needs
    Water Needs Moderate
  • Days to Germination
    Days to Germination < 14 days
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Swiss chard variety for ribs and leaves

Swiss chard seeds ‘Lucullus’ are a classic leaf vegetable choice for kitchen gardens, valued for their broad, pale ribs and generous green foliage. This annual vegetable is grown for both the tender leaf blades and the thicker stalks, making it a versatile option among leaf vegetable seeds. Plants form an upright clump and can reach around 40 cm in height under good conditions. The variety is known as a chard rib stalk type, producing substantial stems alongside plenty of leafy growth.

Plant habit, site preference, and garden use

Lucullus is suitable for open ground growing and performs well across many soil types, making it a practical pick for open ground sowing seeds in mixed vegetable beds. For best results, choose a bright position; it is commonly grown as full sun vegetable seeds where plants can develop strong ribs and steady leaf production. The foliage can be harvested repeatedly as cut and come again leaves, supporting a long picking window in the garden. If you are looking for lucullus swiss chard seeds with reliable garden performance and a traditional look, this variety fits well into both small plots and larger rows.

Botanical identity and variety classification details

This cultivar belongs to Beta vulgaris, a species that includes several familiar garden vegetables. As beta vulgaris seeds selected for leafy growth, Lucullus is typically classified as an annual swiss chard type and is often chosen for its balance of ribs and leaves. It pairs well with other leafy crops and can be grown as part of a succession of full sun chard seeds for continuous kitchen-garden harvests.

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