Atriplex 'Hortensis Fire Red Mountain Spinach' Seeds

Atriplex 'Hortensis Fire Red' 30+ Seeds.

A standout in any salad, Atriplex 'Hortensis Fire Red' commonly known as 'Mountain Spinach' produces dramatic red salad leaves. An ancient vegetable which has been grown as a substitute for spinach, due to its similar flavour. Harvest the entire plant when it is 30cm high or pick leaves as required. Very tolerant of dry and poor soil conditions. The seeds are also edible and are eaten ground or while in bread recipes.
A very easy, must have herb to grow!

Seed Starting Method Sow direct
Sowing Depth 2mm Growing Season Spring or after the last frost Germination Time 7-14 days at around 18-23c Hardiness Hardy annual Plant Spacing 50cm Plant Height 100cm Planting Position Partial or full sun, moist well soil Days Until Maturity Around 50 days Growing tips