Beta vulgaris
The absolute garden and market staple variety. Fordhook is an heirloom variety that was introduced in 1924 by W. Atley Burpee the founder of the Burpee Seed Company. Over the decades it has remained the most vigorous and reliable green chard on the market. The outstanding white petiole and super savoy leaves are a trademark of this variety. Another tribute to the durability and quality of great heirlooms.