Lavewa
Spinach · Semi Savoy
Open Pollinated
Spinacia oleracea
★ 3.01 review · 1 source
Amaranthaceae (Amaranth family) · Genus: Spinacia
About
Tender and luscious; a winner in our spinach trials. The smoother leaf makes it ideal for baby greens. Easy to grow and heat tolerant.
Characteristics
Color
Green
About the Plant
Life Cycle
Annual
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Hardiness
Cool-Season/Half-Hardy
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Exposure
Full Sun
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Moisture
Evenly Moist
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Germination
5–10 days
at 40–85 °F
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Days to Maturity
28–45 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
12 in
Thin To
6 in
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Optimal Soil Temp
45–75 °F
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Soil Temp
40–85 °F
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Air Temp
15–75 °F
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Planting and Care Instructions
Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 6". Row Spacing: 12". Thinning: When 1" tall, thin to 1 every 6". Successive Sowings: Every 3 weeks until 4 weeks before your average first fall frost date. If mulched, spinach can overwinter in sub-zero temperatures. Mild climate: Sow in fall for cool-season harvests.
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Marcus SchulzZone 6a
★★★☆☆August 26, 2026