Bloomsdale

Family: Amaranthaceae Leafy Green

Crisp, deeply savoyed leaves unfurl with a cool, sea-green glow—Bloomsdale’s texture is the star, puckered and richly crinkled like velvet.

Expect a tender, sweet-leaning bite that holds its character well through early harvests, making it a favorite for quick sauté-style skillet moments, bright fresh salads, and silky green sauces. Grow Bloomsdale for dependable, garden-ready foliage that looks as lush as it tastes—ideal for repeat picking over the season.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 35 DaysHabit: Rosette

Planting schedules and alerts are optimized for Columbus (Zone 6b).

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Apr 4th
Last Frost	Apr 25th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Apr 25th
Harvest Begins	May 30th
Harvest Ends	Oct 16th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	35
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Rosette
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	45
Min Soil Temp (°F)	40
Min Night Temp (°F)	30
Harden Off (days)	6

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Bloomsdale’s savoyed, puckered leaves don’t just wilt—they cradle heat and dressing, so they keep a pleasant chew while still going glossy. If you treat it like tender spinach rather than a wall of greens, it stays bright and sweet, especially when finished with fat plus acid.

Best Uses

quick skillet sauté where the leaves stay snappy (finish with butter and lemon)
tossed fresh salads—use a slightly heavier dressing so the crinkles catch it
silky green sauce/purée (blend with dairy and a splash of acid for a smooth, bright spoon)
wilt-and-fold into eggs or pasta at the last moment so it doesn’t turn mushy

Flavor Profile

tender, sweet-leaning leafy bite cool, sea-green freshness deeply crinkled, spoonable texture mild spinach savor with a clean finish

Kitchen Pairings

garlic lemon butter parmesan eggs olive oil

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease commonly affects Spinacia oleracea (Bloomsdale) and how can I control it at home?

Spinach commonly gets downy mildew and leaf spot, especially when leaves stay wet. Start by watering at the soil line, improving airflow between rows, and removing infected leaves as soon as you spot gray/whitish patches or dark spots. If the problem spreads, use a garden fungicide labeled for spinach/downey mildew and repeat according to the label—don’t keep harvesting from visibly diseased plants.

How often should I water Bloomsdale spinach during the main growing phase, and what soil moisture level should I aim for?

During active growth (roughly the first 3–4 weeks), keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged—aim for the top 1–2 inches to feel evenly damp. In cool weather this may be every 2–4 days, but in warmer spells check daily and water sooner if the surface begins to dry or crust. Water deeply enough to wet the root zone, because uneven moisture can trigger early bolting.

How do I know when to harvest Bloomsdale spinach (Spinacia oleracea)?

Harvest when leaves are tender and usable—typically around 35 days from sowing for baby-to-medium leaves. Pick outer leaves first (cut at the base) to keep the center growing, or harvest whole plants when they reach a workable size. If you see flower stalks forming or leaves turning tougher, harvest immediately because bolting reduces leaf quality.