Spinach spinach Spinach is a cool-season leafy green valued for rapid growth and high nutrient density. It thrives in cool, moist conditions and short days. Spring and late-summer/early-autumn sowings give the best quality leaves; hot, long days trigger bolting. Choose bolt-resistant varieties for late spring, and overwinter-hardy types for early spring harvests. Savoyed types tolerate cold better; smooth-leaf types are easier to wash. Growing conditions LightFull sun to partial shade; partial shade is ideal in warm periods to reduce bolting. Soil typeMoisture-retentive, well-drained loam enriched with compost; high in organic matter. Water requirementKeep evenly moist; aim for 20–25 mm per week, more during dry spells. Avoid waterlogging. Nutrient requirementMedium to high nitrogen demand. Provide steady but moderate nitrogen; avoid heavy, late nitrogen that encourages bolting in heat. Back to plant list
