Spinach
"Packed with iron and ready to harvest in just 6 weeks."
How to plant it
Sow seeds directly in the soil, ½ inch deep.
Space seeds about 2 inches apart in rows.
Water gently—spinach seeds are fragile.
Thin to 4-6 inches apart when seedlings appear.
Pick the largest outer leaves first.
Beginner-friendly varieties
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist. Dry soil makes it bolt and turn bitter.
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade. It loves cool spring and fall weather.
Container tips for patios and balconies
Needs a pot at least 6-8 inches deep.
Great in window boxes with morning sun.
Keep it out of scorching afternoon heat.
- Spinach hates hot weather—plant in early spring or late summer.
- Soak seeds overnight before planting for faster sprouting.
Quick Facts
What is soil pH?
Soil pH is just a measure of how "acidic" or "sweet" your soil is. Think of it like a flavor profile for plants! Most beginner-friendly plants are perfectly happy right in the middle.
- Most garden soil is already just fine for common veggies and herbs.
- If your plants look healthy and green, you don't need to worry about pH.
- If a plant struggles later, a simple test kit can help you adjust things.
✨ Pro-tip: You don't need to perfectly measure anything to start planting today!
