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Re: spinach beets

Thyme,

> i think you've posted your response exclusively to me, which is fine.

I cc'ed the list.

> i was thinking that these plants sounded alot like chard (ie swiss or
> rhubarb) but he does distinguish it from them as he later discusses
> cultivating chards.  any ideas are appreciated.

In Australia, what we call silverbeet is a relative of beetroot, with
similar cultural practices. Silverbeet has white stems, topped with
large, glossy, dark green beetroot-shaped leaves. In a vigorous plant,
the leaf+stem stands about 18" tall. I understand that this is the same
plant as Swiss chard, though I'm not sure.

Does this sound right?

Tony
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