Spinach New Zealand (Kokihi)

This scrambling heirloom native vegetable has a similar taste and texture to spinach. It’s great to use as a leafy green in dishes just like spinach, if it’s blanched or cooked before eating. It thrives in hot and dry weather, and can be harvested for months.

Sow direct where they are to grow. May be sown into a low mound or beside a trellis for support. Cover seeds with Yates Black Magic Seed Raising Mix, firm down and keep moist through germination. Pre-chill the seeds in refrigerator for 24 hours before sowing. Pick fresh leaves as required.

Germination 18 days | Maturity 8 weeks