Spinach

Spinach Care

Spinacia oleracea

What is the plant

Spinach is a go-to green for all sorts of dishes: from juicy green salads to crispy fried. It is also a fast-growing plant that will help you become a green thumb.

Spinacia oleracea is a cold-loving leafy green. Its smooth dark green leaves offer plenty of vitamins and are used in most world cuisines.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Full Sun

Hardiness zone

min 3a

Difficulty

Medium

Hibernation

Cold Period

How to Care for the Plant

Water
We identify spinach as a thirsty plant! Water your greenery several times a week to maintain the soil moist. It is safe to water if the top two inches (5cm) of the soil feel dry to the touch.
Pruning
Nothing else other than harvesting your spinach plant is needed to maintain its vigor.
Fertilizer
Spinach needs lots of nutrients to keep up with its fast growth. Mix in some plant food high in nitrogen when you plant your spinach and fertilize it once a month during its growing season.

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Sunlight
Spinach grows best when provided with 3-4 hours of direct sun in the morning and partial shade in the afternoon.
Soil
A loamy, well-draining organic potting mix with a neutral pH level will be ideal for spinach.
Propagation
Usually, spinach is planted from seeds. Another option is to pull out the stems with the roots attached, plant them in the pot and let them develop a root system of their own.

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Temperature
The best temperature range for spinach is 50-60˚F (10-15˚C). Try to avoid particularly warm temperatures and heavy frost.
Container
Opt for a container that is 10-12 inches (25-30cm) deep and wide, preferably made of unglazed clay to enhance soil drainage. Make sure it has drainage holes.
Fun fact
Are you in for a quick harvest? Spinach will be ready to eat in just one month after you plant it.

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Popularity
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Spinach Care

How to Care for the Plant

Water

Pruning

Fertilizer

Sunlight

Soil

Propagation

Temperature

Container

Fun fact

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