Savoy Spinach Seeds – Spinacia oleracea 'Savoy'
Spinacia oleracea • Amaranthaceae • Native to Southwest Asia (Persia)
Savoy Spinach Seeds grow into cool-season leafy greens with dark, crinkled leaves and a rich garden flavor. A useful choice for raised beds, containers, salads, sautéing, and fresh homegrown meals.
Plant Name: Savoy Spinach Seeds
Quantity: 100
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At a glance
Savoy spinach bolts quickly once temperatures rise above 75 degrees Fahrenheit or day length increases past 14 hours, so timing your sowing dates carefully is one of the most important decisions you will make with this crop.
Botanical profile
Meet the Savoy Spinach – Spinacia oleracea 'Savoy'
Step-by-step planting
Growing savoy spinach from seed is straightforward when you work with the plant's preference for cool, moist conditions and give it rich, well-drained soil from the start.
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Choose Your Timing
Sow savoy spinach seeds outdoors 4 to 6 weeks before your last expected frost in spring, or switch to a fall planting about 6 to 8 weeks before your first fall frost when soil has cooled back down below 70 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Prepare the Soil
Loosen the soil to about 6 inches deep and work in a couple inches of compost, aiming for a slightly alkaline to neutral pH around 6.5 to 7.0, which spinach strongly prefers.
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Sow the Seeds
Press savoy spinach seeds about half an inch deep and space them roughly 2 inches apart in rows set 12 inches apart, then thin seedlings to 4 to 6 inches once they reach a couple of inches tall.
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Water Consistently
Keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged throughout the savoy spinach germination period and growing season, as dry spells stress the plant and push it toward bolting.
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Fertilize Lightly
Side-dress with a balanced vegetable fertilizer or a nitrogen-rich amendment like fish emulsion once plants are established, since steady nitrogen encourages the lush leaf growth you are after.
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Watch for Pests
Check the undersides of leaves regularly for leafminers and aphids, and remove affected leaves promptly since the curled texture of savoy spinach can shelter small pests from easy view.
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Harvest Regularly
Begin harvesting outer leaves once plants have at least 6 leaves and the largest ones are 3 to 4 inches long, cutting rather than pulling to leave the growing center intact for continued production.
Year-round care
Spring
- Sow after last frost
- prepare soil with compost
Summer
- Water regularly
- feed monthly
Fall
- Harvest before frost
- store well
Winter
- Rest
- store seeds cool and dry
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Shipping
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- Seeds are packed in moisture-resistant, resealable foil packets.
Germination
Germination rates vary depending on climate, soil conditions, and care. Seeds perform best when planted in the right season at the correct temperature, with consistent moisture and adequate light. We take quality seriously and each batch is tested before packaging. If you have concerns about your seeds, reach out and we will do our best to help.
Frequently asked
Questions about Savoy Spinach Seeds – Spinacia oleracea 'Savoy'
When should I plant Savoy Spinach seeds?
The sweet spot for planting cool season spinach is when soil temperatures sit between 45 and 65 degrees Fahrenheit. In most regions that means sowing outdoors in early spring, sometimes even before the last frost, and again in late summer for a fall crop. If you are unsure of your timing, a soil thermometer takes the guesswork out of it.
How long does Savoy Spinach take to germinate?
Savoy spinach germination typically takes anywhere from 7 to 14 days under good conditions, though cooler soils near 50 degrees may stretch that closer to 3 weeks. Germination depends on soil temperature, moisture consistency, seed depth, and overall soil health, so results vary from garden to garden. Keeping the seedbed consistently moist and avoiding soil crusting gives seeds the environment they need to sprout well.
Why is my Savoy Spinach bolting?
Bolting, when the plant sends up a flower stalk and stops producing edible leaves, is triggered by a combination of heat and long days. Once temperatures climb above 75 degrees or day length exceeds around 14 hours, spinach reads that as a signal to set seed and the flavor turns bitter. Shade cloth can extend your harvest window by a few weeks, but the most reliable fix is shifting your planting dates to keep the crop maturing during cooler, shorter days.
Can I grow Savoy Spinach in containers?
Yes, a spinach container garden works well because spinach has a relatively shallow root system and grows quickly. Choose a pot that is at least 6 to 8 inches deep and wide enough to space plants properly, and use a rich, moisture-retaining potting mix. Container-grown spinach dries out faster than in-ground plants, so plan to water more frequently and keep the pot in a spot with morning sun and afternoon shade during warmer stretches.
What soil pH is best for Savoy Spinach?
Savoy spinach performs well in soil with a pH between 6.5 and 7.0, leaning slightly toward neutral or mildly alkaline. Below a pH of 6.0 the plant struggles to take up key nutrients, particularly magnesium, which shows up as yellowing between leaf veins. If you are unsure of your soil pH, an inexpensive test kit from a garden center gives you a clear starting point before you amend.
How do I harvest Savoy Spinach leaves?
The cut-and-come-again method works well for how to grow savoy spinach into a productive, long-season crop. Use clean scissors or a small knife to remove outer leaves at the base of the stem, leaving the inner growing point and at least three or four younger leaves intact. Harvest in the morning when leaves are crisp, and refrigerate them promptly for the best texture and flavor.
Is Savoy Spinach frost tolerant?
Savoy spinach handles light frost well and can actually improve in sweetness after a light freeze, which makes it a good candidate for early spring and late fall growing. Most established plants tolerate temperatures down to around 20 to 25 degrees Fahrenheit with some protection such as a row cover or cold frame. Young seedlings are more vulnerable, so if a hard freeze is forecast shortly after germination, a layer of floating row cover provides meaningful protection.