Growing Silverbeet, also Swiss Chard or Mangold

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12 May 17 Will stubby (Australia - temperate climate)
Can you grow silver beet in rocky ground ?
13 May 17 Jack (Australia - temperate climate)
You didn't say whether the soil was big rocks or gravel but if you provide the nutrients and water you will be able to. An example is hydroponics where the growing medium is often scoria or some other inert material.Build the ground up with as much organic matter as you can, add mulch to help hold water and go for it!
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