Description

Viroflay Spinach is a fast-growing, French variety known for its large, smooth, dark green leaves and mild, tender flavor. Its broad, upright foliage makes harvesting easy and productive, offering generous yields for both fresh eating and cooking. Well-suited for cool seasons, it performs reliably in spring and fall gardens.

This variety is especially valued for its rapid growth and versatility in the kitchen. The smooth leaves are easy to clean and ideal for salads, steaming, or sautéing. Viroflay’s vigorous habit and uniform growth make it a dependable choice for gardeners seeking abundant, high-quality greens.

• Type: Annual vegetable
• Direct sow: Early spring or late summer for fall harvest
• Sun: Full sun to partial shade
• Spacing: 4–6 inches
• Height: 8–12 inches
• Days to harvest: 35–45 days

Spinach thrives in cool temperatures and fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture. Sow seeds directly and keep soil evenly moist during germination. Harvest outer leaves as needed or cut entire plants when mature. Succession planting every couple of weeks will ensure a continuous harvest, while partial shade can help delay bolting as temperatures rise.

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