Spinach

When warm weather arrives, spinach often bolts—sending up a flower stalk and turning leaves bitter. In my 30+ years of gardening, I’ve learned to avoid the frustration by switching to heat-tolerant spinach alternatives. These greens thrive in summer conditions and can keep your salads, sautés, and smoothies fresh until spinach season returns. Why Spinach Bolts…

Succession planting is one of the best ways to keep spinach on your table from early spring through winter. After more than three decades of growing spinach in my raised beds and mounded rows, I’ve learned that staggered sowings—not just one big planting—ensure tender, flavorful leaves for months instead of weeks. Why Succession Planting Works…

Growing spinach in winter might sound like a challenge, but with the right techniques and varieties, it’s one of the easiest cool-season crops to keep producing during the coldest months. After more than 30 years of growing spinach year-round in my raised beds, I’ve found that a little planning and the right protection can give…

Spinach is a cool-season green that thrives when planted in the right season. By timing your planting for spring, fall, or even winter, you can enjoy tender, flavorful leaves for much of the year. Visit the Winter Garden and Season Extension Learning Hub Spring Planting Plant spinach in early spring as soon as the soil…