New Zealand Spinach

Germination

Sow after the last spring frosts. Soak the seeds for 12 hours in cold water. Sow directly into a well prepared seed bed with plenty of added compost, where the soil has been loosened to 30cm depth and raked to a fine tilth. Sow heavily 10mm deep into a drill, 15cm spacing, drill 30cm apart. Cover with soil. Germination 10-20 days. Can be started 2-3 weeks before last frost under glass for later transplanting.

Growing

This is a low growing weak stemmed plant with a spreading habit. Prefers a moisture retentive soil. If very hot offer shade in the afternoon.

Cultivation

Harvest leaves continually once they are large enough to pick. Cut and come again variety.