Spinach, Perpetual Spinach Beet 'Verde da Taglio'

Much loved by Italian gardeners this has a superb flavour, something between silver beet and spinach. Very productive, slow to bolt it can be picked from early summer until the following spring from a spring to summer sowing.

When to sow: August to April to
Where to sow: In seed trays or in a prepared bed in the   garden
Depth to sow: 5mm
Aspect:  Full sun or as sunny a spot as possible.
Soil:  Prepared, well drained, fertilised soil. Add   lime if soil is too acid.
Spacing:            Between plants: Thin to 30cm
  Between rows: 30-40cm