King of Denmark spinach is large and dark green. Spreading rounded leaves with a broad, slightly crumpled look, it truly is vegetable royalty. This cool-weather vegetable is easy to grow in rich, well-drained soil.
SKU: 140145
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 60 days
Key Features
Plant Type: Vegetable
Botanical Name: Spinacia oleracea
Fill Weight (grams): 3
Approximate Seed Count: 260-280
Planting Method: Sow Direct
Plant Lifecycle: Annual
Seed Type: Heirloom
Water Needs: Average 2.5-5 cm (1-2") per week
Flavor: Tender & delicious
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.
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.
Planting Depth: 1.3 cm (1/2")
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. Make a second sowing in late summer for a fall crop.