Basella rubra
When regular spinach begins
to fade in the heat of summer, it's time to start harvesting delicious
Malabar spinach. It loves the heat. This vining plant can grow up to 8
feet long, so provide a sturdy trellis to clamber on. Bonus: The
burgundy stems and heart-shape medium-green leaves make an attractive
ornamental addition to the garden.
- Light:
- Sun
- Plant Type:
- Vegetable
- Plant Height:
- 5-8 feet tall
- Plant Width:
- 2-6 feet wide
Top Varieties
Basella rubra
'Malabar Red Stem' features thick red stems that twine around any
support that you provide for it. Use the medium-green leaves as you
would spinach.
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Harvest Tips
Begin harvesting individual leaves and tender shoot tips of Malabar spinach 55 days or so after seeding. Continue harvesting throughout the summer. The newer leaves and shoots will be more tender than mature foliage.
Propagation
Begin harvesting individual leaves and tender shoot tips of Malabar spinach 55 days or so after seeding. Continue harvesting throughout the summer. The newer leaves and shoots will be more tender than mature foliage.
