When is the best time to plant Bloomsdale spinach seeds?
Sow Bloomsdale Long Standing spinach as early as 4 to 6 weeks before your last spring frost, and again in late summer for fall. It loves cool weather; plant 1/2 inch deep and expect germination in 7 to 14 days in soil around 50 to 65 F.
Why is this variety called Long Standing?
Bloomsdale Long Standing is bred to resist bolting, meaning it stands longer in the garden before running to seed as the weather warms. That gives you a longer harvest window than many quick-bolting spinach types.
How many days until Bloomsdale spinach is ready to pick?
Baby leaves are ready in about 25 to 30 days and full-size, savoyed leaves in roughly 40 to 50 days. Pick before hot weather arrives for the sweetest, most tender flavor.
How far apart should I space spinach plants?
Thin seedlings to 4 to 6 inches apart in rows about 12 inches apart. Crowded plants bolt faster, so thinning gives the crinkled Bloomsdale leaves room to reach full size.
How do I harvest Bloomsdale spinach?
Pick individual outer leaves as needed once plants have several true leaves, or cut the whole plant about an inch above the soil for a full harvest. Frequent picking of outer leaves encourages continued production.
Can I grow Bloomsdale spinach in a container?
Yes. Use a container at least 6 to 8 inches deep, keep the soil consistently moist, and place it where it gets sun in cool weather or partial shade as temperatures rise to keep it from bolting early.
How many spinach seeds come in a packet?
Each packet holds about 300 seeds, enough for several rows or successive sowings.
Can I grow spinach in the fall?
Yes. Spinach thrives in cool weather, so a late-summer sowing gives a strong fall harvest, and light frost even improves the flavor.
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