Although a variety of beet, chard does not have an enlarged root, but does have large leaves and juicy stalks that are often cooked as a vegetable. Chard is also called Swiss chard. The leaves and stalks are a good source of vitamins A, B, and C. Chard is popular as a home-garden plant because it is easy to grow, productive, and tolerant of moderate heat. Highly perishable, it is difficult to ship to distant markets.
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Lettuce, collard greens, daikon radishes, cauliflower, carrots, Swiss chard and strawberries, among other flowers and crops, are growing for the winter season.—Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 29 Oct. 2025 Swiss chard also makes a tasty low-carb substitute for wraps and burritos.—Jillian Kubala, Health, 6 Oct. 2025 Cruciferous greens like collards, mustard greens, kale, and chard are in season all through the cool months of the year.—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 3 Oct. 2025 Look for a sunny transition area between turf and ornamental garden to tuck in a few favorites such as radishes, Swiss chard and scallions.—Special To The Denver Post, Denver Post, 19 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for chard
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Noun (1)
modification of French carde, from Occitan cardo, from Vulgar Latin *carda, alteration of Latin carduus thistle, cardoon
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