Spinach Giant Noble – McKenzie Seeds
Spinacia oleracea
- Heirloom
- Tender and succulent, slightly sweeter than other spinach varieties
- 40 to 48 day to harvest
- 7 to 21 days to germinationÂ
Giant Noble Spinach produces large, spreading plants with huge, dark-green leaves. Giant Noble produces an abundance of smooth leaves with excellent flavor. This cool weather vegetable is easy to grow and slow to bolt.
2g. (Approx. 160-180 seeds)
Sow in rows directly outdoors as soon as the ground can be worked. Place one seed every 2 inches and cover with soil. When plants are 3 inches tall, thin to 6 inches apart. Use the tender thinnings in salads. Harvest before flower stalks form.
Planting Depth:Â 1.3 cm (1/2″)
Planting Spacing: 25 cm (10″)
Row Spacing:Â 40 cm (16″)
Best growth occurs in spring and fall. Make a second sowing in late summer for a fall crop.
Preparation Ideas:Â Avoid over cooking spinach as their taste can become bitter. Remove from heat as soon as leaves begin to wilt. Add flavoring such as freshly squeezed lemon juice.
