Spinach
Spinacia oleracea
Also known as
- Spinach [plant]
- Spinash
Amaranthaceae
Perennial
Vegetables
Attracts pollinators
About this plant
Spinacia oleracea, commonly known as Spinach, is a perennial vegetable prized for its edible leaves. It prefers part shade conditions and produces green flowers.
Light
Partial shade
Watering
Medium water
Soil
Loamy, Sandy, Peaty
Height
0.38–0.4 m
Spread
0.2–0.4 m
Zones
5–8
Flower colors
Calendar
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Indoor Sowing
Direct Sowing
Transplanting
Harvest
Bloom Period
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Indoor Sowing
Direct Sowing
Transplanting
Harvest
Bloom Period
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Culinary Uses
Spinach is widely used in various cuisines for its nutritional benefits and versatile flavor, commonly eaten raw in salads or cooked in numerous dishes.
Data source: Trefle.io, Perenual
