Latin Name: Spinacia oleracea Seed Type: Heirloom Online Code: 140145 Product Weight: 4 grams / approximately 360-380 seeds Plant Type: Vegetable Flavor: Tender & delicious Days to Harvest: 40 to 60 days Days to Seed Germination: 7 to 21 days Seed Planting Depth: 1.3 cm (1/2") Row Spacing: 40 cm (16") Plant Spacing: 25 cm (10") Planting Instructions: Sow in rows directly outdoors as soon as the ground can be worked. Place one seed every 2 inches and cover with soil. When plants are 3 inches tall, thin to 6 inches apart. Use the tender thinnings in salads. Harvest before flower stalks form. How To Grow: Spinach King of Denmark Suggestions: Best growth occurs in spring and fall. Make a second sowing in late summer for a fall crop. Preparation Ideas: Avoid over cooking spinach as their taste can become bitter. Remove from heat as soon as leaves begin to wilt. Add flavoring such as freshly squeezed lemon juice.