{"product_id":"red-stem-malabar-spinach-seeds-heat-tolerant-climbing-vegetable-non-gmo-50-seeds","title":"Red Stem Malabar Spinach Seeds – Heat Tolerant Climbing Vegetable, Non-GMO, 50 Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eRed Stem Malabar Spinach is a vigorous climbing vine grown as a warm-season leafy green. It is prized for its glossy, tender leaves and striking red stems, which add color and texture to trellises, fences, and garden beds. This heat-loving vegetable thrives where traditional spinach struggles, making it a reliable choice for summer gardens in warm climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlso known as Ceylon spinach or vine spinach, Red Stem Malabar Spinach is a productive edible ornamental that can be grown on supports or allowed to trail. Its succulent leaves are commonly harvested young for salads, stir-fries, and soups, while the ornamental red stems make it an attractive addition to edible landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat-tolerant climbing vine that performs well in warm weather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive red stems and glossy green leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast-growing and productive when given support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual-purpose edible and ornamental plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-GMO seeds for home gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Basella alba\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm-season annual vine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, fertile soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil consistently moist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Climbing vine; provide a trellis or support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer to fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 to 18 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow Red Stem Malabar Spinach seeds directly in the garden after the last frost, once soil has warmed. Plant seeds about 1\/4 to 1\/2 inch deep in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Keep the seedbed evenly moist until germination. For best results, provide a trellis, fence, or pole for the vines to climb.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater regularly during dry periods and mulch to retain moisture. Harvest young leaves and tender stems as needed; regular picking encourages bushier growth. This heat-loving green is sensitive to cold, so plant after temperatures are consistently warm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e50 Red Stem Malabar Spinach seeds (Non-GMO).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67726881423670,"sku":"BOTAN4-099","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.7687446733_s3o3.jpg?v=1791980151","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/red-stem-malabar-spinach-seeds-heat-tolerant-climbing-vegetable-non-gmo-50-seeds","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}