Red Malabar Spinach · Malabar Spinach
Planting Schedule
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| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Indoors | May 4th |
| Last Frost | May 25th |
| Transplant / Direct Sow Outdoors | May 25th |
| Harvest Begins | Jul 19th |
| Harvest Ends | Aug 29th |
Crop Details
Transplant Conditions:
Wait until soil reaches 60°F
and nights stay above 50°F
before moving outdoors.
Harden off for 5 days first.
| Trait | Value |
|---|---|
| Days to Maturity | 55 |
| Sun Requirements | ☀️ Full Sun |
| Growth Habit | Vine |
| Support Needed | Trellis |
| Planting Depth | Normal |
| Germination Temp (°F) | 75 |
| Min Soil Temp (°F) | 60 |
| Min Night Temp (°F) | 50 |
| Harden Off (days) | 5 |
Expert Note: For the best Malabar Spinach growth, transplant after nights stay warm and give it a trellis—fast vines and sturdy stems make harvesting easier.