Stanton Spinach F1
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Spinach 'Stanton' F1 (Spinacia oleracea), offered by the seed company WH Perron
'Stanton' F1 spinach is an annual variety prized for its upright growth habit and round, semi-wavy, intensely dark green leaves. Its delicate, nutty flavor makes it an excellent choice for fresh salads, while also holding its shape very well when cooked. Vigorous and productive , it allows for repeated harvests over several weeks thanks to its ability to produce new shoots after cutting, thus offering a generous and consistent yield.
Adapted to spring and autumn cultivation, 'Stanton' excels in cool weather and is distinguished by the quality of its foliage, which is as nutritious as it is flavorful. It is a reliable spinach, ideal for gardeners seeking both taste, ease of cultivation, and nutritional value.
Latin name: Spinacia oleracea
Maturity: Annual
Type: Spinach F1
Maturity after sowing: Approximately 50 days
Foliage color: Dark green
Uses: Fresh salads, light cooking, successive harvests
Farming method
Sow directly in the garden as soon as the soil can be worked in spring, then sow a second time in late August or early September for autumn harvests. Sow at a depth of about 2 cm , in rows spaced 60 cm apart. 'Stanton' spinach prefers full sun but tolerates light shade, especially during warmer periods. Well-drained, very fertile soil rich in organic matter , particularly nitrogen, is essential for obtaining large, tender, and well-colored leaves.
Growing tips
Maintaining consistent moisture promotes even growth and reduces plant stress. Like all spinach varieties, 'Stanton' can bolt (go to seed) when the days become long and hot; therefore, favor cooler periods and late summer sowings to extend the harvest season.
Harvest
Cut off the terminal shoots when they reach 15 to 20 cm to encourage the growth of new leaves for several weeks. Spinach leaves are best eaten within two days of harvesting, but can be refrigerated for a few days. Nutritious, flavorful, and bountiful , 'Stanton' F1 spinach is an excellent source of iron and vitamins, perfect for fresh, healthy harvests from garden to plate.
