Spinach New Zealand seeds

Spinach New Zealand seeds — Grow Spinach New Zealand seeds for tender spinach-like leaves throughout summer. A productive leafy green vegetable, ideal for salads, steaming, stir-fries and home growing. Plant habit: Spreading, leafy growth. Available from Mallorn’s vegetable seeds range.

€3.65

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Plant Overview

Botanical name Tetragonia tetragonioides

Plant type Annual

Sowing period April – May under cover or May – June outdoors

Flowering / harvest period June – October

Sunlight Full sun

Germination time 10–20 days at 18–22°C

Spacing 40–60cm

Spinach New Zealand seeds

Overview

Spinach New Zealand seeds is supplied for home growing. Spinach New Zealand is a useful leafy green vegetable that produces tender, spinach-like leaves throughout the growing season. It is especially valued because it grows well in warmer weather, when ordinary spinach can quickly run to seed.

Key Features

Tetragonia tetragonioides.
Plant habit: Spreading, leafy growth
Use: Salads, steaming, stir-fries, soups and cooked greens
Pick the young leaves and tender shoot tips as needed. Regular harvesting helps keep the plant productive and provides a steady supply of fresh greens through summer.
New Zealand Spinach is a great alternative to traditional spinach, especially for summer growing. It is reliable, productive and ideal for gardeners who want fresh leafy greens for salads and cooking.

Sowing Instructions

Sow seeds indoors from March to April, or directly outdoors from May to June after the risk of frost has passed. Soaking the seeds in warm water for several hours before sowing can help improve germination.
Sow in moist, fertile soil and keep evenly watered. Thin or transplant seedlings to give the plants enough space to spread. Harvest young leaves regularly to encourage fresh new growth.