Spinach, Long Standing Bloomsdale Organic Seed Tape

Name: Spinach, Long Standing Bloomsdale Organic Seed Tape
Brand: McKenzie Seeds
SKU: 143652
Price: 5.99 CAD
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Spinacia oleracea

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Product Information

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.

Please Note: Seed Tapes require consistent moisture to ensure best germination.

SKU: 143652
Common Name: Spinach
Botanical Name: Spinacia oleracea

Growing Information

Grows
Best In:

Full Sun|Partial Sun

Days to
Germination:

7 - 21 Days

Water
Needs:

Average 2.5-5 cm (1-2") per week

Days to
Maturity:

40 - 48 Days

Best
Container Size:

30+cm (12+")

Growing Height:

15 - 30cm ( 6 - 12")

Key Features

Plant Type: Vegetable
Plant Lifecycle: Annual
Approximate Seed Count: 150+
Characteristics: Savoy-type
Planting Method: Direct Sow
Color: Green
Water Needs: Average 2.5-5 cm (1-2") per week
Landscape Use: Edible Garden
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.
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.

Instructions

How To Grow

Spinach does not transplant well and seeds can be sown directly in the garden in early Spring as soon as the soil can be worked. Soil temperature (not air temperature) should be between 4-20° C (40-68°F) . Prepare the soil for planting. Make shallow rows 13 mm (1/2") deep and 30 cm (12") apart. Tear strips apart and unroll into rows. Water the Seedtape thoroughly, then cover with 1.3 cm (1/2") of soil and water thoroughly again. It is critical to keep the soil consistently moist, but not soggy during germination. Do not allow the soil to become dry, as young plants have underdeveloped roots and can quickly dehydrate, particularly in windy conditions. Spinach grows quickly and more seeds can be succession planted every 2 weeks days until the temperature exceeds 23°C (75°F). Once the temperature rises, spinach tends to bolt. Planting can resume when the temperature turns cooler at the end of Summer and early Fall.

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Planting Depth: 1.3 cm (1/2")
Plant Spacing: 25 cm (10")
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

Spinach prefers to grow in air temperatures of 10-15°C (50-60°F).
Use a row cover during the first few weeks of seedling growth to protect plants from insect pests.
Spinach can be harvested using the "cut and come again" method. To do this, simply trim individual leaves with garden scissors, starting with the outer leaves. Let the young inner leaves remain to continue growing for a later harvest. Or, you can cut down the whole plant at once if you want a large harvest. If you cut about 2.5 cm (1") above the crown or base of the plant, the plant will send out a new flush of leaves.
It is important not to wait too long to harvest or wait for larger leaves, as spinach can become bitter very quickly after maturity. Day length and temperature are also important factors to consider. When days become longer (about 14 hours or longer) and temperatures rise, spinach can start to bolt. Bolting is when plants stop vegetative growth and start flowering, marking the end of the harvest. If you notice that your spinach plants are starting to bolt, it is best to pull the plant and use the leaves. You can try to slow the bolting process by pinching off the flower/seed heads, keeping the soil moist, and providing shade such as a row cover.