Best Method recommended method with best effort-to-efficacy tradeoff 5-7 days
Stems in Water
- Trim stem ends and place in jar with an inch of water
- Loosely cover leaves with plastic bag
- Refrigerate and change water every couple of days
- Keep away from ethylene producers
Alternative another good method that's just different 4-6 days
Damp Paper Towel
- Wrap in damp paper towel
- Place in plastic bag or container
- Refrigerate
- Do not wash until ready to use
Protect your produce
This item is sensitive to ethylene gas, which is released by other produce.
Fridge Friend absorbs ethylene gas, bacteria, odours, and excess moisture to make your food stay fresh longer.
Revival Tips
Wilted Swiss chard can still be cooked; it is often best when cooked.
Fun Facts
- Swiss chard has colorful stems (rainbow chard) and tender leaves; both stems and leaves are edible and cook like spinach.