Growing Guide: Longevity & Okinawan Spinach

Plant Type:
Perennial or Annual Evergreen Herb

Harvest Season:
Year-round

Longevity and Okinawa Spinach area perennial to zones 9-11 but can be grown as an annual and harvested in northern climates all summer long!

Mature Size:
Up to 1-3 ft tall with a spread of up to 3-4 ft wide

Soil & Moisture:
Prefers well-draining soil with ample water and nutrients. Drought tolerant once established.

Light Requirements:
Full Sun, Part Shade, Shade. Will grow in full shade but will be slightly leggy.

Self-Fertile:
Yes

Growth Rate:
Fast

Zone Hardiness:
Outdoors 9-11 with frost protection; Patio/Greenhouse 4+

Propagation:
Grown from cutting and will grow large enough for heavy production and harvest capability within one season.

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Sow Exotic carries many different varieties of tropical perennial greens including Okinawa Spinach, Longevity Spinach, Sissoo Spinach and annuals like Lagos Spinach and Malabar Spinach.