Thompson and Morgan Spinach Apollo F1 Seeds

Get a bounty of thick, vibrant green leaves with attractive rounded edges from the Thompson and Morgan Spinach Apollo F1 Seeds that thrive in both patio containers and kitchen gardens, letting you enjoy fresh baby leaves or mature crops for versatile dishes. You'll find this hardy annual is easy to grow, showing resilience against bolting and downy mildew, while regular harvesting keeps a steady supply of tender leaves all summer and autumn. With a generous pack of 300 seeds, you'll be set for a continual harvest, making it a fantastic choice for anyone looking to grow spinach in sun or semi shade with minimal fuss. Direct sow spinach outdoors from March to August in well-prepared, fertile, moist soil in sun or semi shade. Early spring and late autumn sowings can also be made under cloches or in the border soil of a cold greenhouse. Sow seeds thinly at a depth of one centimetre in drills 30cm apart in soil which has been raked to a fine tilth. When large enough to handle, thin out seedlings to five centimetres apart. The thinning is ideal for adding to salads. Sow every three to four weeks for a continual supply of spinach leaves throughout summer and autumn. Water spinach regularly, as dry conditions may cause spinach plants to bolt. Hoe between rows to prevent weeds from establishing. A thick mulch applied around the plants will help to retain moisture in the soil. Harvest spinach leaves when required by picking a few leaves from each plant. Regular harvesting will promote a constant supply of fresh young growth. Alternatively, pull up whole, mature plants. Ideal For: Patio, Kitchen Garden. Hardiness: Hardy. Position In: Sun or semi-shade, dappled shade. Height: Up to 20cm. Spread: Up to 30cm. Delivered with growing and care instructions. Images shown are for guidance only of the expected results from plants upon maturity. Different growing conditions might vary the results. An image may be included to illustrate the supply, but it can vary with seasonal changes (e.g., deciduous plants lose leaves in colder months).