New Zealand Spinach Seeds (Tetragonia tetragonioides) – Heat-Tolerant & Nutritious Greens

Add a nutritious and heat-tolerant leafy green to your garden with New Zealand Spinach seeds. Unlike traditional spinach, this variety thrives in warm summer conditions, producing thick, tender leaves ideal for salads, sautés, and culinary dishes. Perfect for home gardens, raised beds, and container planting.

Features:

1. Variety: New Zealand Spinach (Tetragonia tetragonioides)
2. Leaf characteristics: Thick, succulent, dark green, and nutritious
3. Growth habit: Spreading, vining, and heat-tolerant
4. Light requirements: Full sun for optimal growth
5. Soil requirements: Well-draining, fertile soil
6. Suitable for: Garden beds, raised beds, containers, and edible landscaping

Specifications:

1. Seed Type: Non-GMO, open-pollinated seeds
2. Planting Season: Spring to early summer
3. Zones: USDA Zones 4–11
4. Planting Depth: 0.25–0.5 inch (6–12 mm)
5. Spacing: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm) between plants
6. Germination Time: 10–21 days
7. Days to Harvest: 40–60 days after sowing
8. Plant Height: 6–12 inches (15–30 cm)
9. Plant Spread: 12–24 inches (30–60 cm)
10. Temperature: Thrives in warm summer conditions
11. Watering: Moderate, keep soil consistently moist
12. Maintenance: Regular harvesting encourages continuous leaf growth

Planting Guide:

1. Sow seeds directly outdoors after the last frost or start indoors 4–6 weeks prior to transplanting.
2. Keep soil moist and well-draining for successful germination.
3. Thin seedlings to recommended spacing once established.
4. Provide full sun exposure for best growth and nutrient-rich leaves.
5. Harvest leaves regularly to encourage bushy growth and prolonged harvest period.