Malabar Red Spinach – 100 Seeds
Grow a beautiful and delicious "summer spinach" with our Red Malabar Spinach seeds. While not a true spinach, this heirloom is a fantastic, heat-loving vine that thrives when other greens have bolted. It features beautiful, thick, glossy green leaves and striking, deep red stems that are highly ornamental. The succulent leaves have a mild, earthy flavor and are perfect for use in salads or cooked dishes. A fast-growing and productive vine, it's a great choice for a trellis or arbor.
⭐ What you'll love
- A fantastic heat-tolerant spinach substitute that thrives in summer.
- Beautiful, ornamental vines with deep red stems and glossy green leaves.
- The thick, succulent leaves have a mild, earthy, and slightly peppery flavor.
- A fast-growing vine that is perfect for trellises and vertical gardening.
🌿 Seed details
- Plant Name: Red Malabar Spinach (Basella rubra)
- Seed Quantity: Approx. 100 seeds
- Type: Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO
- Lifecycle: Annual
- Height: 6-10 foot vine
- Days to Maturity: 60-70 days
- USDA Zone: 7-11
- Origin: American Grown
🌱 Growing instructions
- Sowing: For a head start, sow seeds indoors 5-6 weeks before the last frost. Direct sow is possible after all danger of frost has passed and the soil is very warm.
- Depth: Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep.
- Spacing: Space or thin plants to 6 inches apart.
- Light Requirement: Full Sun.
- Soil: Prefers moist, fertile, well-draining soil.
- Support: Provide a sturdy trellis or other support for the vines to climb.
✅ Our seed packets
- Professionally designed and made.
- Resealable for convenient, long-term storage.
- Eco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic).
- Includes full, detailed growing instructions.
- Vigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates.
- Custom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us!
🚚 Shipping
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