An RHS AGM variety, Swiss Chard 'Lucullus' produces lots of large, white stems which can be cooked like asparagus as a succulent, tasty vegetable, especially delicious when served with butter. Its deep green leaves can be used as an alternative to spinach whilst its flower stalks can be cooked to become similar to sprouting broccoli as well. This crop can be harvested first in autumn and will re-emerge to be harvested in spring too. Direct sow Leaf Beet seed outdoors from March to August. Grow Swiss Chard in a well prepared, moist, fertile seedbed in full sun or partial shade. Sow seeds thinly at a depth of 1cm (1/2") in drills 30cm (12") apart. Thin seedlings to 7cm (3") apart for 'baby leaves' which will be ready to harvest approximately 50 days from sowing. For larger chards/leaves thin to 15cm (6") apart, or 23cm (9") for mature plants. Water Swiss Chard regularly, particularly during dry periods to ensure that the soil remains moist. Harvest Leaf Beet regularly by selecting a few leaves from each plant to promote fresh growth and to extend the cropping season. Ideal For: Patio, Kitchen Garden Hardiness: Hardy Position In: Sun or semi shade Height: Up to 50cm Spread: Up to 40cm Swiss Chard 'Lucullus' is supplied as 1 packet of 200 seeds. Images shown are for guidance only of the expected results from plants upon maturity. Different growing conditions might vary results. Image may be included for illustration of supply but can vary due to seasonality changes (e.g. deciduous plants lose leaves in colder months).