Spinach 'Smooth Leaf, Emu'

Plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to apply water fairly sparingly. Keep in mind when planting that Smooth Leaf, Emu is thought of as half hardy, so remember to protect this plant from frosts and low temperatures. Smooth Leaf, Emu needs a loamy soil with a ph of 6.0 to 7.0 (weakly acidic soil to neutral soil).

Try to aim for a seed spacing of at least 3.12 inches (8.0 cm) and sow at a depth of around 0.49 inches (1.25 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 8°C / 46°F to ensure good germination.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Smooth Leaf, Emu about 60 days before your last frost date.

Ensure that temperatures are mild (minimum night temperatures should be around 0°C / 32°F) and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Smooth Leaf, Emu is a half hardy plant.