SPINACH Seeds, Bloomsdale

Bloomsdale (Spinacia oleracea) is a heirloom spinach with thick, deeply crinkled (savoyed), dark-green leaves and a rich, full flavor. A cool-season favorite that is slow to bolt and high in nutrients.

At a glance

• Botanical name: Spinacia oleracea 'Bloomsdale'
• Type: Heirloom, open-pollinated leafy green
• Days to maturity: about 40 to 50 days
• Sun: Full sun to partial shade
• Spacing: 3 to 6 inches apart in rows 12 to 18 inches apart
• Planting depth: 1/2 inch
• Mature height: 6 to 12 inches

Best for

• Fresh salads
• Sauteing and steaming
• Smoothies and juices
• Spring and fall cool-season planting
• Freezing for later use

How to grow

Direct sow 1/2 inch deep in cool weather in fertile, well-drained soil, starting a few weeks before the last spring frost or in late summer for a fall crop. Keep the soil consistently moist and thin seedlings for airflow. Harvest outer leaves as needed, or cut the whole plant. Spinach bolts in heat and long days, so plant early.

Flavor profile

Rich, full, and slightly sweet with a tender yet substantial texture.

About 99Heirlooms

99Heirlooms specializes in non-GMO, open-pollinated heirloom seeds chosen for flavor and reliability, so you can grow proven varieties and save seed season after season.

Sold by 99Heirlooms.com, based in Saint Paul, Minnesota.