4. Mulch the Swiss chard to help the soil retain its moisture.
Mulch keeps insects away from the chard. It also makes the garden look decorative. Mulch strengthens the roots so that the chard will develop correctly.
There are many types of mulch. If you don’t know what kind to use, always as someone at your local nursery. They are experienced in gardening and should have the answer you’re looking for. When you place the mulch over the chard, place it evenly over the soil. Try not to disturb the seeds when placing it down.
Since mulch retains moisture, you won’t need to water it every day, unless it’s hot. The soil doesn’t need to become dry or it’ll cause your chard to not grow. When your chard is ready to harvest, you will need to take the mulch up. Take your time when taking it up because you don’t want to ruin the chard.