Lavewa
Spinach · Semi Savoy
Open Pollinated
Spinacia oleracea
★ 3.01 review · 1 source
Amaranthaceae (Amaranth family) · Genus: Spinacia
Characteristics
Color
Green
Intended Use
Baby Leaf
Leaf Type
Savoyed
Texture
Tender
Trait
Slow-Bolting / Heat Tolerant
About the Plant
Life Cycle
Annual
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Hardiness
Cool-Season/Hardy
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Exposure
Full Sun, Tolerates Partial Sun
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Moisture
Evenly Moist
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Germination
5–14 days
at 35–85 °F
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Days to Maturity
28–45 days
Plant Height
Up to 12 in
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
Planting Depth
1/2 in
Seed Spacing
1–6 in
Row Spacing
6–24 in
Thin To
3–6 in
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Container Friendly
Yes
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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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Marcus from SeedrateZone 6a
★★★☆☆August 26, 2026
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