How to Grow Spinach from Seed to Harvest!

How to grow spinach from seed to harvest!

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Highlights:

Sun & Soil
0:14 grows best in full sun to partial shade in soil that's rich in organic matter and has a pH between 6.5 and 7
0:26 fertilizing

Sowing
0:49 spinach is very frost tolerant and grows best in cool weather
0:58 when to plant spinach
1:13 how to plant
1:30 don't wait until after last frost to plant
1:34 grows best in soil temperatures between 50F/10C and 75F/24C
1:43 plants bolt and go to seed in hot weather

Growing
1:59 spinach has moderate nutrient requirements and grows well in soil amended annually with organic matter
2:05 needs light consistent watering
2:11 fewer pest problems when spinach is planted in cool weather

Harvesting
2:28 harvest in 40 to 52 days
2:34 how to harvest spinach
2:35 plants regrow leaves after harvest
3:04 cut back plants that are bolting to encourage leaf growth

Varieties
3:41 Varieties we're currently growing
3:55 2 slow bolting varieties

Season Extension
4:05 harvesting spinach through winter in colder climates

Conclusion
5:01 biggest takeaway is to plant spinach before the last frost when it's still cool outside

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I'm passionate about an approach to organic gardening that is frugal, easy, sustainable, and works with nature to achieve amazing results. My videos will help you grow more healthy organic fruits and vegetables, while working less and saving money. I don't push gardening products. I don't hype bogus "garden secrets". I provide evidence based strategies to help you grow a lot of food on a little land without spending much or working harder than you have to!