organic Caucasian spinach
$ 5,00
Hablitzia tamnoides, Amaranthaceae
spinach vine
In its native region, Caucasian climbing spinach is an elegant herbaceous perennial that grows in spruce and beech forests. It climbs to heights of 2-3 m in the light filtered by these trees. The young shoots are eaten raw in salads, while the older leaves are cooked like spinach. The elongated, heart-shaped leaves are beautiful enough for the plant to have been introduced as an ornamental climber in Scandinavia in the 19th century. Hardy in zone 3.
about 115 seeds
Seeds certified organic by Québec Vraiproduced here at LA SOCIÉTÉ DES PLANTES
In stock
Sow on site in autumn, or in spring by stratifying seeds in the fridge for 4 weeks in vermiculite, sand or moist seedbed mix. Plant in a semi-shaded position, in humus-rich soil that drains well. If you want the plant to grow taller, make sure the support is 2 to 3 m high.
Read more on the Potagers d'antan blog:
| # of the lot for sale | SDP221 |
|---|---|
| Germination rate for 2025 of the lot on sale | 79% |
| Test germination conditions | Dark, 15ºC to 18ºC, Stratification 4 weeks, Potting soil |
| Number of seeds per bag | 115 |
