Dwarf Blue Curled

Spinach

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Botanical illustration of Dwarf Blue Curled

🌱 38d to harvest Rosette

Sink your senses into Dwarf Blue Curled’s richly textured leaves—an inky, blue-green savoy with tight, curled ruffles that feel c…

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Direct Sow
Last Frost	May 19th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	May 19th
Harvest Begins	Jun 26th
Harvest Ends	Sep 21st

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	38
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)	32
Harden Off (days)	6

Recommended Companions

Malbec Carrot

James' Scarlet Intermediate Carrot

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Nantes Scarlet Carrot

Laguna Carrot

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease commonly affects Spinacia oleracea (dwarf blue curled spinach) and what should I do?

Spinach commonly gets downy mildew (often showing pale yellow patches on leaves with fuzzy growth on the underside) and also suffers from leafminers and aphids. Remove and discard infected leaves immediately, avoid overhead watering, and improve airflow by spacing plants; if mildew keeps spreading, treat early with a labeled fungicide for downy mildew on edible greens. For aphids/leafminers, rinse plants with a strong jet of water and use insect netting to prevent new egg laying.

How often should I water Spinacia oleracea during the main growing phase?

Keep the soil consistently evenly moist—aim for about 1 inch (2.5 cm) of water per week total, split into smaller doses so the top couple inches never dry out. During hot spells, you may need to water 2–3 times per week to prevent the surface from drying, but avoid soggy soil that can worsen fungal issues. Mulch lightly after seedlings establish to stabilize moisture while still allowing leaves to dry between waterings.

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

Harvest at about 30–40 days, when leaves are tender and roughly 4–6 inches long for baby leaves or when the rosette is well formed for full cuts. For best flavor, pick in the morning, taking outer leaves first for a continuous harvest (leave the center to regrow) or cut the whole plant when it reaches a dense rosette. If leaves get tough or start bolting (flower stalk forming), harvest immediately and expect a quicker end to leaf production.

Sink your senses into Dwarf Blue Curled’s richly textured leaves—an inky, blue-green savoy with tight, curled ruffles that feel crisp and substantial at harvest. The compact plants form a dense rosette of tender foliage with a pleasantly mild, spinach-forward flavor, ideal for quick, vibrant dishes and elegant garnishes. Grow it for repeat harvests and enjoy its beauty as much as its versatility in fresh salads, sautés, and creamy sauces, plus pickled accents for a bright, tangy bite.