Organic Spinach Seeds, Long Standing Bloomsdale

Name: Organic Spinach Seeds, Long Standing Bloomsdale
Brand: McKenzie Seeds
SKU: 139822
Price: 3.0 USD
Availability: InStock

Spinacia oleracea

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Product Information

Very popular variety that produces for a long time. Glossy, dark green, thick textured, crinkled leaves are rich in Iron. Sow to bolt and go to seed. This cool weather vegetable is easy to grow in rich, well-drained soil. 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.

SKU: 139822

Growing Information

Days to
Germination:

7 to 21 days

Days to
Maturity:

45 days

Best
Container Size:

12"+

Key Features

Product Weight: approximately 190-210 seeds
Flavor: Healthy earthy taste
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.
Seed Type: Heirloom
Plant Type: Vegetable
Latin Name: Spinacia oleracea

Instructions

Plant directly in the garden as soon as ground can be worked and danger of frost has passed. Repeat plantings every two weeks to extend the harvest season of fresh spinach. Best growth occurs in spring and fall, and be sure to do a second sowing in late summer for a fall crop.

Planting Depth: 1.3 cm (1/2")
Seed Spacing: 2.5 cm (1")
Plantling Spacing: 25 cm (10")
Row Spacing: 40 cm (16")

Suggestions

Harvest entire plants at the soil line when outer leaves are 6 inches long. Or, just cut away outer leaves as needed for a continuous crop until hot weather. Sow again in the late summer.