Spinach Seeds – Malabar

Malabar Spinach is a heat-tolerant, climbing leafy green that thrives in warm and humid climates. Unlike common spinach, it continues to grow vigorously throughout the summer, producing thick, glossy leaves that are perfect for soups, stir-fries, and salads. This fast-growing vine adds both beauty and nutrition to any home garden or small farm setup.

Features and Specifications:

• Plant Type: Leafy climbing vegetable

• Variety Name: Malabar Spinach (Basella alba)

• Growth Habit: Vining and climbing, can reach up to 6–10 feet in height

• Maturity: Approximately 60–70 days to harvest

• Growing Season: Warm season crop; best grown during late spring to early fall

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 7–11 (can be grown annually in cooler zones)

• Sowing Months:

  • Zones 9–11: February–September

  • Zones 7–8: April–August

  • Zones 5–6: May–July

• Light Requirements: Full sun for best leaf production

• Soil Requirements: Moist, well-drained, fertile soil

• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist; avoid drying out

• Uses: Ideal for salads, soups, sautéed dishes, and curries