Bloomsdale Long Standing
Spinach · Savoy
Heirloom
Spinacia oleracea
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Amaranthaceae (Amaranth family) · Genus: Spinacia
About
Glossy dark green, crinkled leaves. The plants stand a long time before bolting, so you can harvest over a long season. Great for salads.
Characteristics
Color
Green
About the Plant
Life Cycle
Annual
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Hardiness
Cool-Season/Hardy
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Exposure
Full Sun
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Moisture
Keep Moist
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Germination
7–14 days
at 35–85 °F
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Days to Maturity
40–48 days
How to Plant
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Start Indoors
Not Recommended / Direct Sow Only
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Direct Sow (Spring)
4-6 Weeks Before Last Frost
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Direct Sow (Fall)
6-8 Weeks Before First Frost
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Container Friendly
Yes
Planting Depth
0.5 in
Seed Spacing
6 in
Row Spacing
18–24 in
Thin To
6 in
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Optimal Soil Temp
45–75 °F
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Soil Temp
35–85 °F
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Air Temp
15–75 °F
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Planting and Care Instructions
SOW in average soil in early spring for first crop, again in late summer for fall crop. In the South, sow in fall. Sow thinly in rows 1.5-2' apart. Cover with 0.5" of fine soil; firm lightly and keep evenly moist. Seedlings emerge in 7-14 days. Thin gradually to 6" apart.
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