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Spinach Seeds, Long Standing Bloomsdale
Spinacia oleracea
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Long Standing Bloomsdale spinach is a very popular variety that produces for a long time. The glossy, dark green leaves are rich in iron. The crinkled leaves have a very enjoyable thick texture. This cool weather vegetable is slow to bolt and easy to grow in rich, well-drained soil.
- SKU: 140146
Growing Information
Grows
Best In:
Full sun|Partial sun
Days to
Germination:
7 to 21 days
Water
Needs:
Average 2.5-5 cm (1-2") per week
Days to
Maturity:
40 to 48 days
Key Features
- Plant Type: Vegetable
- Botanical Name: Spinacia oleracea
- Fill Weight (grams): 3
- Approximate Seed Count: 250-275
- Planting Method: Sow Direct
- Plant Lifecycle: Annual
- Seed Type: Heirloom
- Water Needs: Average 2.5-5 cm (1-2") per week
- Flavor: Healthy earthy taste
- Companion Planting: Plant near beans, cilantro (coriander), eggplant, oregano, peas, rosemary, strawberries. Peas and beans offer a natural form of protection for spinach, creating shade. Cilantro, oregano, and rosemary are believed to have insect-repelling properties.
- Preparation Ideas: Avoid over cooking spinach as their taste can become bitter. Remove from heat as soon as leaves begin to wilt. Add flavoring such as freshly squeezed lemon juice.
Instructions
Sow in rows directly outdoors as soon as the ground can be worked. Place one seed every 2 inches and cover with soil. When plants are 3 inches tall, thin to 6 inches apart. Use the tender thinnings in salads. Harvest before flower stalks form. Best growth occurs in spring and fall so be sure to do a second sowing in late summer for a fall crop. Requires plenty of moisture.
- Planting Depth: 1.3 cm (1/2")
- Seed Spacing: 2.5 cm (1")
- Plant Spacing: 25 cm (10")
- Row Spacing: 40 cm (16")
- Instructions for Nutrient Care: Feed plants SUPERthrive once per week. Mix 1.2 ml (1/4 tsp) per 4L (1 gallon) of water in a watering can and apply solution to the base of the plants.
Suggestions
- Best growth occurs in spring and fall, and be sure to do a second sowing in late summer for a fall crop.
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