Spinach Seed Ideas

Seed Ideas for Spinach

While we previously discussed kale seed ideas, today’s topic is spinach. Since I am a self professed seed addict, I am growing the following four varieties this year. Bloomsdale – this one has large wrinkled leaves. Palco – tolerates some warm weather Lavewa Monstrueux de Viroflay – this one is a French heirloom – oh […]

Spinach Varieties

Palco Spinach

Palco spinach is fast growing and tolerates some warmer weather. Features: 1) Just like most spinach, Palco spinach shines in the spring and fall. 2) The seeds should be sowed about 1/2″ deep and be spaced between 3 and 6 inches apart. 3) Typically this variety will reach between 6 and 12 inches tall. 4) […]

Veggie Families

The Goosefoot Family

I’m not sure which sounds stranger saying the technical name of this family which is Chenopodiaceae or its nickname which is the Goosefoot.  If inquiring minds want to know why it is called goosefoot , folks say that many of the leaves in this family look like goose feet.  While I don’t think I would […]