Description
Bloomsdale Long Standing Spinach Seeds 2185.
Classic 1920s Heirloom Spinach Yielding Richly Flavoured, Crinkled Savoy Leaves with Outstanding Heat Tolerance.
Bloomsdale Long Standing Spinach (Spinacia oleracea) has been the standard for savoy-leaved spinach since its introduction in the mid-1920s. Prized by gardeners for a century, this reliable heirloom features thick, fleshy, broad, dark green leaves with a glossy, deeply crinkled (savoy) texture. Renowned for its rich, tender flavor, it is delicious raw in fresh summer salads, steamed as a classic side dish, or cooked into heartier meals. Its slow-bolting “long standing” nature allows it to hold up exceptionally well in early summer sun and heat, while its rapid growth makes it ideal for continuous spring and autumn harvests.
Quick Seed Details
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Product Code: 2185
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Botanical Name: Spinacia oleracea ‘Bloomsdale Long Standing’
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Type: Open-Pollinated Heirloom Savoy Spinach
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Leaf Type: Broad, glossy, deeply crinkled (savoy) leaves
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Plant Spacing: Thin seedlings to 5–7.5 cm apart in rows 30–45 cm apart
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Light Requirement: Full Sun to Partial Shade
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Soil Preference: Rich, fertile, well-draining soil top-dressed with compost
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Germination: Approx. 2 weeks in cool soil (between 10°C and 18°C)
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Seed Depth: 12 mm deep
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Seed Count: Approx. 400 seeds per packet (50–60 seeds per gram)
What you need to know to Plant & Grow
Spinach is a cool-weather crop that thrives in early spring and autumn, benefiting from rich soil nutrients and consistent moisture.
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Spring Direct Sowing: Direct sow seeds 12 mm deep and 2.5 cm apart in rows spaced 30 to 45 cm apart as soon as the soil can be worked in early spring. Repeat succession sowings every two weeks until late spring for a continuous harvest.
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Autumn Direct Sowing: Sow seeds again from mid- to late August for a lush autumn crop.
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Thinning (Crucial Step): Once seedlings emerge, thin plants to 5 to 7.5 cm apart. Proper thinning is the key secret to developing lush, high-yielding spinach plants.
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Soil Care & Top-Dressing: Top-dress plants with rich compost once seedlings are well established. Keep soil consistently moist throughout the growing season.
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Harvesting: Harvest outer leaves individually to allow the plant to continue producing, or cut the whole crown at soil level when mature.
Why Bloomsdale Long Standing Spinach Seeds belong in Your Garden
If you want a proven, sweet-tasting heirloom spinach that performs reliably through varying temperatures without premature bolting, Bloomsdale Long Standing is an essential choice. Its thick savoy leaves, rapid growth rate, and versatile kitchen uses make it a staple for Canadian vegetable gardens.
