Also known as Spinach · 97 saves

Spinacia

Spinacia, the genus most gardeners know as spinach. We track 2 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.

2 varieties1 speciesZones 4–10Mostly full sun

The 2 most-saved Spinacia varieties

Species of Spinacia

Each one is a parent of the varieties above.

Track your Spinacia in Sow

Save the Spinacia you grow and get care reminders timed to your zone.

Spinacia questions

How many types of Spinacia are there?

The Sow catalog tracks 2 distinct Spinacia varieties. The most popular — ranked by 97 real gardeners — are shown first above.

What zones does Spinacia grow in?

Across its varieties, Spinacia covers USDA Zones 4–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.

When does Spinacia bloom?

Most Spinacia varieties bloom in early spring, summer, when bolting. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.

Which Spinacia should I choose?

Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.

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