Spinach also known as Palak is a leafy green vegetable that is highly nutritious and versatile in a variety of culinary dishes. In this guide, we’ll discuss how to grow spinach in the home garden, the steps to cultivate spinach from seeds
Choose the variety that matches your taste and your local growing conditions such as smooth-leaf, savoy-leaf, and baby spinach.
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In India, you can grow spinach throughout the year but the best time is in both spring (February to March) and winter seasons (September to December).
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Decide whether you’d like to grow your spinach in grow bags or raised beds/rectangular grow bags. Spinach adapts well to both options.
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Spinach grows best in well-draining, fertile soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH (approximately 6.0 to 7.0).
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Plant spinach seeds directly into the soil or grow bags, ensuring a depth of about half an inch.
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It is best to provide your spinach with at least 4-6 hours of sunlight daily.
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Water your spinach in the morning to allow any excess moisture to evaporate throughout the day.
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When your spinach seedlings reach a few inches in height, it’s time to thin them.
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It’s best to use a nitrogen-rich liquid fertilizer as per the manufacturer’s instructions.
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You can start harvesting spinach leaves once they reach your desired size, around 4-6 inches in height. Generally, it takes 35-55 days to harvest.
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