Plant GuideSpinach
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🥬Leafy GreenEasy
Spinach
Spinacia oleracea · Amaranthaceae
Prefers cooler conditions; excellent quick crop for nutrient cycling
pH 6 – 7.5
5 – 20°C
25–45 days
Growth: fast
Medium
Care Notes
Prefers cooler conditions; excellent quick crop for nutrient cycling
Health Benefits
High in iron, magnesium, supports energy and muscle function
Culinary Uses
Salads, cooked greens, smoothies
Root Behaviour
Moderate
Common Problems
Problems
Bolting in warm temperatures
Pests
Aphids
Deficiencies
Nitrogen deficiency reduces leaf size
Nutrient Demand
Low–Medium Demand
Suited to establishing systems
Compatible Systems
NftDwcMedia Bed
Tags
#leafy#cool-season#fast-growing#beginner#iron-rich
Season
Spring–Autumn