Johnsons Spinach Apollo F1 Seeds

Description

Johnsons Spinach Apollo F1 Seeds, Baby or mature leaves, shows downy mildew resistance. Plants are best grown in partial shade.

For outdoor sowingWhen March to August (sowings from late May to July should be for baby leaf only).Where In a prepared seed Sow thinly in rows 30cm apart for mature plants or 15cm apart for baby with 1.5cm of fine soil. Firm gently and keep moist. Seedlings appear 7-14 days. For continuous crops sow every 2-3 When large enough thin to 7.5cm apart for baby leaf or for mature plants thin to final spacing of 15cm. Do not allow plants to dry out, this prevents them running to seed April to October. For individual baby leaves, pick as required a few from each plant, they will regrow for up to 3 to 4 cuts, pick mature plants once they have developed.

Vigorous plants are slow to bolt and resistant to downy mildew races 1-8. The tasty leaves have a thick texture, so less are needed when cooking.

Sow time: Mar-Aug
Flowering/Harvesting time: Apr-Oct