Seeds
All seeds are grown on our farm without the use of chemicals; and are untreated, open-pollinated, hybrid-free and GMO-free.
Spinach Seeds
Spinach Seeds
Our own farm-grown Spinach (Spinacia oleracea) seeds for organic growing.
All seeds are grown on our farm without the use of chemicals; and are open-pollinated, hybrid-free and GMO-free.
1 pkg (70+ seeds)
Common Names
Spinach
Botanical Name
Spinacia oleracea
Plant Family
Amaranthaceae (Amaranth Family)
Life Cycle
Annual
Hardiness Zone
All zones.
Days Until Harvest
45
Habit
Basal leaves to 8"-12” high.
Sun/Soil
Full sun to part sun, well-drained fertile garden soil.
Germination Temp
18-20C
Sowing
Spinach is best direct sown as transplanting can cause it to bolt. A cool season crop that does well planted in early spring and then again in the fall. Thin seedlings to 6" apart so that there is lots of room for growth.
Growing/Care
Water regularly for large tender leaves. Leaves can still be eaten once the plants are in flower.
Harvesting
Harvesting can be done by gathering outer leaves of plants individually, or with the use of scissors to gather all leaves at once. If latter method is used make sure to leave a few inches of green growth and water well to encourage new leaves to grow.
Culinary Uses
The leaves are gathered to eat fresh in salads, or cooked in many other dishes. Contains high levels of vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin K, magnesium, manganese, iron and folate.
Medicinal Uses
Spinach is known to be carminative, diuretic and laxative, with hypoglycaemic properties.