Description
Red Fire Orach Seeds (Aimers International) 2865. Open Pollinated. Variety originated in Egypt.
Approximately 300 seeds per packet (450 seeds per gram)
Red Fire Orach is an absolutely stunning, crimson-purple leafy green with a delicious, mild, spinach-like flavour. This beautiful Egyptian heirloom is a must-grow for both its ornamental appeal in the garden and its performance in the kitchen. Unlike spinach, orach is much slower to bolt in the summer heat, making it a reliable and long-lasting alternative for fresh greens. Plants can reach an impressive 120 cm to 180 cm in height, providing an abundant harvest.
Quick Seed Details
This is an Open Pollinated variety with large, crimson-purple leaves. It is renowned for being slower to bolt than spinach, having high ornamental value, and being excellent for baby greens.
Nutritional Information
Orach is a fantastic, nutritious alternative to spinach. It is a good source of Vitamin C and contains high levels of protein, calcium, and magnesium. The vibrant, deep-red colour is a sign of beneficial antioxidants, making this an easy and beautiful way to boost the nutritional value of your salads and cooked greens.
What you need to know to Plant & Grow
Direct sow seeds in a sunny location every two weeks, starting in late-spring and continuing through to mid-summer for a continual harvest. Seed typically germinates in 10 to 14 days.
- Planting Depth: 6 mm
- Seed Spacing: 5 cm
- Thin to: 20 cm
- Row Width: 60 cm
Keep the soil evenly moist. Begin harvesting young leaves once the plants reach 20 cm in height. To encourage bushier growth and prolong your harvest, pinch off any flower buds that appear. Matures in approximately 45 days.
Why Red Fire Orach Seeds belong in Your Garden
Bring dramatic colour and reliable performance to your vegetable patch! Red Fire Orach provides the beloved taste of spinach without the frustration of bolting in hot weather. Whether you harvest it young for gourmet baby greens or let it grow into a spectacular, towering, edible hedge, this crop offers beauty, nutrition, and a generous yield all season long.
