Spinach, New Zealand
$2.75New Zealand native brought to Europe by Captain Cook in the 1770s. Not a true spinach, but similar in flavor and usage. Strong spreading plants branch freely. Fleshy leaves are great for fresh summer greens. Thrives in hot weather, resists bolting. Best when picked all summer and fall. Seeds are slow to germinate, so be patient. Good source of vitamin C. 50-70 days.
Sun- Full Sun
Planting- 18 to 24 in. High and 3 to 6 in. Spacing.
Care- Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Harvest- Mid Spring/Late Spring/Early Summer/Mid Summer/Late Summer
Spinach, America
$2.75Long-standing compact Bloomsdale type. All America Selections winner in 1952. Grows 8″ tall with thick, deep green, savored leaves. Slow-growing, slow to bolt, heat and drought resistant. Fine quality, suited for spring sowing in long-day areas. Can be frozen, canned, or used fresh. 43-55 days.
Sun- Full Sun
Planting- 18 to 24 in. High and 3 to 6 in. Spacing.
Care- Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Harvest- Mid Spring/Late Spring/Early Summer/Mid Summer/Late Summer
Bloomsdale Long Spinach
$2.75The large, 6”-8” long, dark-green, glossy leaves are not only delicious but high in vitamins. Produces a cool weather crop that resists bolting. 44 days. 30 seeds in each pack.
Sun- Full Sun
Planting- 18 to 24 in. High and 3 to 6 in. Spacing.
Care- Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Harvest- Mid Spring/Late Spring/Early Summer/Mid Summer/Late Summer