'Countryside' Spinach
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Tender, versatile and reliable spinach for cooler seasons
Countryside spinach ( Spinacia oleracea ), offered by OSC Seeds
An open-pollinated variety, 'Countryside' produces tender , flavorful, and highly versatile leaves, ideal for both fresh salads and cooking. Vigorous and easy to grow, it offers rapid and consistent growth in spring and autumn , when it performs best. A reliable spinach for all gardens, from beginners to established vegetable patches.
Propagation: Direct sowing
Plant height: 25–35 cm
Package size: Approximately 250 seeds
Harvest time: 45–55 days
Frost tolerance: Resistant to light frost
Companion plants: Lettuce, radish, peas
Incompatible plants: Beets and chard (same family)
Planting and maintenance:
Sow in full sun or partial shade , in cool, rich, well-drained soil. Sow in rows spaced 25–30 cm apart, then thin to 7–10 cm to allow for good leaf development. Water regularly to maintain gentle growth and prevent premature bolting. Make successive sowings every two weeks to ensure a continuous harvest during cooler seasons.
