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Strawberry Spinach [Chenopodium capitatum]

Strawberry Spinach [Chenopodium capitatum]

€2,50 EUR
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Tips to reduce water requirements

We recommend mulching the beds
Experience has shown that by covering the ground, e.g. with Hay or straw, which can reduce evaporation by 80%. If you keep the beds evenly moist, an optimal moist microclimate will be created under the mulch. This not only promotes the growth of the plants, but also reduces water consumption enormously.

It is also recommended to always keep the beds moist , even if the bed is not used for a certain period of time
The drying out of the soil leads to a huge decline in the micro- and macro-organisms in the soil, which over time leads to an infertile soil . Tests have shown that the water content in the entire bed remains longer when the entire bed is watered over a longer period of time than when it is only watered selectively. Due to the small volume of the poured areas in contrast to the large dry volume, they dry out more quickly than if the entire volume of the bed is filled with moisture. Similar to heating in an apartment.

If the beds are not in use, we recommend sowing with green manure.

Maintaining an energy level always requires less energy than having to reach it again and again.

Strawberry spinach is an old perennial almost forgotten leafy vegetable plant that comes from North America and grows there on wet, shady banks of rivers and lakes and as a weed in cultivated land. The special species came to Europe at the beginning of the 17th century, where it was grown as a rarity and later as a leafy vegetable. The plant forms a basal leaf rosette and slender triangular leaves that are similar to spinach in taste and use. After the special raspberry-like blossom, the red, juicy, fleshy and vitamin-rich mulberry-like fruits develop, which have a very subtle taste and not a particularly pronounced aroma. The species is ideal for pot cultivation and a red dye can be obtained from the fruits.

General information
Plant family: Amaranthaceae
Life cycle: Perennial
Days to harvest: 100 days
Plant height approx.: 70 cm
Root type: Deep rooter
Nutrient requirements: Medium eater
Water requirements: Medium
Winter hardiness: Up to -10 °C
Location: Sunny until semi shady
Soil: Permeable, moist, slightly loamy, humus

pH value: 6 to 7

Sowing and planting information
Germ type: Dark germinator
Sowing depth: 1-2 cm
Optimal germination temperature: 15-20 °C
Germination time: 10-21 days
Plant and row spacing: 25x30 cm

Optimal mixed culture: Spring onion, Tomato, Celery, Bean
Unfavorable mixed culture: Cabbage vegetable

Subtropic climate (Mediterranean) (e. g. B. Portugal, Spain, Italy)
We recommend pre-cultivation in small pots from February to September.

Moderate climate (e. g. B. Germany, Switzerland, Poland)
We recommend pre-cultivation in small pots from March to May.

General
When pre-cultivating, sow the seeds in small pots and let the seedlings grow to the first visible strawberry spinach leaves. Then plant the pregrown plants from the pots directly into the open field. The seedlings are planted in the bed from the 2nd pair of leaves after the cotyledons.
Strawberry spinach prefers a sunny to semi-shady location with permeable, moist, nutrient-rich, humus-rich and slightly loamy soil. Prepare the soil with seasoned animal manure. Avoid waterlogging.

Additional tips
If sowed late, the plants tend to bolt and therefore only develop small leaves. If temperatures are too cold in winter, the plant dies and sprouts again in spring. In order to quickly obtain a fine, crumbly and permeable soil, we recommend additional incorporation of biochar and primary rock powder.

Type of propagation
It spreads via seeds or cuttings.

Plant care
Regular loosening of the soil and watering result in faster growth. Beds prepared with animal manure and planting in mixed culture replace additional fertilizer.

Germination ability of seeds: 1-2 years

Other Names
Botanical names: Chenopodium capitatum, Blitum capitatum
English names: Strawberry spinach
German names: Erdbeerspinat, Kopfiger Erdbeerspinat, Ähriger Erdbeerspinat
Portuguese names: Espinafre morango
Spanish names: Espinaca fresa
French names: Épinards aux fraises

  • Made in harmony with nature
  • All seeds and seedlings are genetically stable for further propagation
  • Our seeds are always checked for germination at regular intervals

Shipping and pick-up information

Shipping
We offer CTT shipping for Saagut Europe and USA far! With us you will always receive a tracking number to track your package. Shipping costs differ depending on the shipping region. Here is a list of regions and prices:

National Shipping
Portugal (with the Azores and Madeira Islands)
Envelope or package up to 500g = € 3.50
2 kg Bus Package = 8 €
Package over 2 kg = 16 €

Europe Shipping
Envelope up to 100g = 7 €
500g Bus Package = 9,50 €
1kg Bus Package = 14 €
2kg Bus Package = 20 €
Package over 2kg = 40 €

USA Shipping
Envelope up to 100g = € 7.50
500g Bus Package = 15,50 €
1 kg Bus Package = 24 €
2 kg Bus Package = 33,50 €
Package over 2 kg = 67 €

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