Cleveland

Family: Amaranthaceae Leafy Green

Planting Schedule

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Sink into the velvety, crinkled leaves of Cleveland Savoy Spinach—lush, deep green with a tender bite and a clean, sweet spinach flavor.

At about 42 days, it forms an attractive rosette of richly textured foliage that stays pleasantly succulent for salads and quick sautés, and it also shines when folded into warm dishes and blended into creamy sauces. Grow it for its unmistakable savoy ripple and dependable, garden-ready harvest window.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 42 DaysHabit: Rosette

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Cleveland Planting Dates by USDA Zone

Estimated US hardiness-zone windows for sow, transplant, and harvest. Enter a US ZIP above for exact local dates, or open a zone below.

Zone	Start Indoors	Sow / Transplant	Harvest
Zone 1a	Protected Environment Only
Zone 1b	May 4th	Jun 1st	Jul 13th – Aug 1st
Zone 2a	Apr 27th	May 25th	Jul 6th – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	Apr 17th	May 15th	Jun 26th – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	Apr 17th	May 15th	Jun 26th – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	Apr 21st	May 19th	Jun 30th – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Apr 17th	May 15th	Jun 26th – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Apr 15th	May 13th	Jun 24th – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Apr 10th	May 8th	Jun 19th – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Apr 6th	May 4th	Jun 15th – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Apr 3rd	May 1st	Jun 12th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Mar 28th	Apr 25th	Jun 6th – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Mar 23rd	Apr 20th	Jun 1st – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Mar 13th	Apr 10th	May 22nd – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Mar 4th	Apr 1st	May 13th – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Feb 23rd	Mar 23rd	May 4th – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Feb 6th	Mar 6th	Apr 17th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Jan 12th	Feb 9th	Mar 23rd – Dec 9th
Zone 10a	—	Oct 1st	Nov 12th – Feb 28th
Zone 10b	—	Oct 1st	Nov 12th – Feb 28th
Zone 11a	—	Oct 1st	Nov 12th – Feb 28th
Zone 11b	—	Oct 1st	Nov 12th – Feb 28th
Zone 12a	—	Oct 1st	Nov 12th – Feb 28th
Zone 12b	—	Oct 1st	Nov 12th – Feb 28th
Zone 13a	—	Oct 1st	Nov 12th – Feb 28th
Zone 13b	—	Oct 1st	Nov 12th – Feb 28th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	42
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)	28
Harden Off (days)	5

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Cleveland Savoy gives you that deep-green, crinkly chew—sweet and clean rather than sharp—so it holds up from raw to just-wilted without turning muddy. It’s the kind of spinach that stays textural when you fold it into warm pasta or blend it into a silky sauce.

Best Uses

quick sauté in a hot pan until just wilted—keeps the savoy texture from collapsing
warm folding into pasta or grain bowls where it softens but stays bright
blended into creamy sauces for a green-silk finish
raw salads when dressed lightly—lets the tender bite hold

Flavor Profile

velvety, crinkled leaf texture tender, clean sweet spinach flavor light snap with minimal bitterness

Kitchen Pairings

lemon butter parmesan olive oil eggs balsamic vinegar

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease is most likely on Spinacia oleracea (spinach) in the garden, and how can I treat it?

Watch for downy mildew (often shows as yellow patches on leaves with fuzzy gray/purple growth underneath), which is common when foliage stays wet and temperatures are cool-to-mild. Remove and discard affected leaves early, improve airflow, and water at the base so the canopy dries quickly; avoid overhead watering. If the problem is spreading, consider using an approved fungicide labeled for leafy greens in your area and follow the label’s interval before harvest.

How often should I water Spinacia oleracea during its main growth phase to avoid poor growth?

During the main growth phase, keep the soil consistently evenly moist (not soggy) so spinach forms tender leaves instead of stunting. Water when the top 1 inch of soil feels dry, typically every 2–4 days depending on heat and soil type, and aim for thorough soaking that reaches the root zone. Mulch lightly to reduce evaporation because spinach roots are shallow and dry-out quickly in Full Sun.

How do I know when my Spinacia oleracea is ready to harvest?

Harvest at about 35–42 days after sowing, when leaves are tender and reach a usable size (roughly palm-sized for full-leaf harvest). For a longer harvest window, pick outer leaves first when they’re big enough to eat, leaving the center to keep producing. If you see the plant starting to bolt (flower stalk emerging), harvest immediately and use leaves promptly for best flavor and texture.