Spinach Perpetual

Spinach Perpetual is not spinach, nor is it perpetual, but it does grow reliably for quite a long time in the garden. This old heirloom is, in fact a relative of chard. You rarely see it in the shops because it ideally needs to be picked soon before eating. The leaves are shiny green with white midribs, the steamed stalks taste something like mild asparagus.

It has an upright habit and dark green compact leaves that contrast sharply with bright white stems. It can be grown as a baby leaf or left to grow to maturity. It responds particularly well to repeat cutting and is one of the easiest and most productive vegetables for a small space.

Perpetual Spinach is extremely resistant to bolting, so with just one sowing you can feast on these succulent dark green leaves and white stalks the entire summer and through autumn and winter. Use raw in salads, steamed with other greens or in place of spinach. Include in quiche or lasagna for a savory change of pace.

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