Noble

Spinach

Zone 13b Save Garden

🌱 40d to harvest Rosette

Sink your senses into Noble’s richly textured leaves, where deep savoyed ridges catch the light like fine lace. At maturity in ab…

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Direct Sow
Last Frost	Jan 1st
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Dec 25th
Harvest Begins	Feb 3rd
Harvest Ends	—

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	40
Sun Requirements	Part 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease most commonly troubles Spinacia oleracea (spinach) and how can I control it?

Spinach commonly suffers from downy mildew (often showing yellow patches on the upper leaves with gray-purple growth underneath). Improve airflow and avoid wetting leaves, then remove badly infected plants early to reduce spread. If problems persist in cool, humid weather, use a labeled fungicide for downy mildew on edible greens and follow all label directions.

How often should I water Spinacia oleracea during its main growing phase (around days 20–40)?

Keep soil consistently evenly moist but not waterlogged, since spinach has shallow roots that dry out quickly. In typical home garden conditions, water about 1–2 times per week to maintain steady moisture, but increase frequency during windy or hot spells so the top 1 inch of soil doesn’t dry. Mulch lightly to slow moisture loss and reduce stress that can trigger early bolting.

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

Harvest when leaves are tender and reach your desired size, typically around 35–45 days after sowing. For baby leaves, pick when plants have several true leaves; for larger heads of leaf, wait until leaves are fully expanded but before the plant bolts. If the center begins to stretch upward or flowering starts, harvest immediately or remove the plant because leaf quality drops fast.

Sink your senses into Noble’s richly textured leaves, where deep savoyed ridges catch the light like fine lace. At maturity in about 40 days, this spinach forms an abundant rosette of tender, dark green foliage with a pleasantly mild, sweet-forward flavor and a crisp-yet-silky bite. Grow Noble for fresh salads, quick sauté-style skillet meals, and velvety sauces that showcase its distinctive, crinkled character.

Sowing Tips

Transplant Conditions

Wait until soil reaches 40°F and nights stay above 30°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 6 days first.

Expert Note

For best tenderness, grow spinach at cool temperatures and harvest often once leaves reach 3–5 in to prevent bolting.