New Zealand Spinach Seeds - Heat-Tolerant Non-GMO Greens (1g)

New Zealand Spinach (Tetragonia tetragonioides) is a warm-season leafy green that thrives in heat and provides a spinach-like harvest when traditional spinach bolts. Its succulent, triangular leaves have a mild, slightly salty flavor that works well fresh in salads or lightly cooked in stir-fries and soups. This versatile plant is also known as Tetragonia and is valued for its ability to produce abundant greens throughout the summer.

Whether you grow it in a vegetable bed, container, or as a ground cover, New Zealand Spinach is a low-maintenance choice for gardeners seeking a reliable source of nutritious greens. It is non-GMO and easy to start from seed.

Plant Features

• Heat-tolerant annual that performs well in warm weather
• Succulent, triangular leaves with a mild, spinach-like taste
• Spreading growth habit; can be used as a ground cover
• Non-GMO seeds for home gardeners
• Harvest leaves continuously through the season

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Tetragonia tetragonioides
• Plant Type: Annual leafy green
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist
• Growth Habit: Spreading, low-growing
• USDA Hardiness Zones: Grown as an annual in most zones
• Days to Maturity: Approximately 50-70 days
• Spacing: 18-24 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow New Zealand Spinach seeds directly in the garden after the last frost, when soil has warmed to at least 60°F (15°C). Plant seeds about 1/2 inch deep and keep the soil evenly moist until germination, which typically occurs in 10-14 days. Thin seedlings to stand 18-24 inches apart to allow for their spreading habit. For earlier starts, begin seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before transplanting.

Once established, New Zealand Spinach is relatively drought-tolerant but benefits from regular watering during dry spells. Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Harvest young leaves and tips regularly to encourage bushy growth; older leaves may become tough. This plant is generally pest-resistant and requires minimal care.

What's Included

1 gram of New Zealand Spinach seeds (non-GMO).