Giant Noble Spinach

(Spinacia oleracea) Heirloom variety introduced in 1926 by Zwaan and Van der Molen of The Netherlands.  Long standing 24-inch plants produce over an extended harvest window.  Large, tapered leaves are slightly savoyed with a smooth texture and delicious flavor.  Excellent for both fresh eating and wilting.  45 days to harvest.  Approx. 250 seeds per packet.

CULTURE:  As soon as soil can be worked, sow seeds 1" apart, 1/2" deep in rows 18-24" apart.  Under ideal conditions, germination will occur in 7-14 days.  Thin to one plant every 8-12".  A second sowing can be made in the fall, however it is best to wait until temps have cooled a bit as spinach will not germinate in hot soil.