Galilee

Spinach

Zone 12b Save Garden

🌱 45d to harvest Rosette

Galilee spinach arrives with a velvety, tender leaf texture and a rich, deep-green color that feels almost luminous in the garden…

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Nov 27th
Last Frost	Jan 1st
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Jan 1st
Harvest Begins	Feb 15th
Harvest Ends	Dec 31st

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	45
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Rosette
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	70
Min Soil Temp (°F)	40
Min Night Temp (°F)	35
Harden Off (days)	5

Recommended Companions

Tyria Cucumber

Parisian Gherkin Cucumber

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a common disease in Spinacia oleracea (spinach) and how do I manage it at home?

One of the most frequent issues is downy mildew, which shows as pale yellow spots on the upper leaves and a fuzzy gray-purple growth on the undersides. Improve airflow by spacing plants per the seed packet and avoid wetting leaves when watering; water in the morning so foliage dries quickly. If you spot it early, remove the affected leaves and discard them (don’t compost), and consider a copper-based fungicide labeled for spinach if conditions stay humid.

How often should I water Spinacia oleracea during its main growing phase (about weeks 2–6)?

Keep the bed evenly moist but not waterlogged—aim for topsoil that feels like a wrung-out sponge. In warm, full-sun conditions, this often means watering about 1 inch per week total, split into 2–3 waterings to prevent drying between sessions. Mulch can help, but always check moisture at 1–2 inches deep before watering again.

How can I tell when Spinacia oleracea is ready to harvest?

Harvest when leaves are developed but still tender, typically around 40–50 days after sowing. For baby-leaf harvest, pick once the leaves are large enough to eat (often 3–5 inches), and for bunching or cutting, harvest when plants have a full rosette of usable outer leaves. Don’t wait for bolting—if you see a flower stalk starting, leaf quality drops quickly.

Galilee spinach arrives with a velvety, tender leaf texture and a rich, deep-green color that feels almost luminous in the garden. Its flavor is pleasantly sweet and grassy, with a gentle bite that stays balanced from first harvest through steady picking. Ideal for fresh salads, quick sautéing, and vibrant purées, Galilee brings dependable leafy abundance to the home plot in about 45 days.

Sowing Tips

Transplant Conditions

Wait until soil reaches 40°F and nights stay above 35°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 5 days first.

Expert Note

For heat-tolerant spinach like 'Galilee,' start in cooler weather (or early enough in spring) and keep beds evenly moist to prevent bolting as temperatures rise.