{"product_id":"spinach","title":"Spinach | Olympia","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description rte\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGrow crisp, nutrient-dense, and cold-hardy leaves of Olympia spinach in your home garden. Spinach is a quintessential cool-season green favourite, prized for its fast growth habit and delicious, smooth dark green leaves that are wonderful in fresh salads, sautéing, smoothies, and cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese reliable plants produce heavy yields of nutritious, vitamin-rich greens throughout the growing season, making them a productive and rewarding addition to any vegetable patch. Direct sow seeds in early spring or late summer for Canada's cool northern climate, as spinach thrives in crisp weather and exhibits excellent bolt resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Grow Olympia Spinach?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTender, crisp, and nutrient-dense smooth dark green leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExceptional bolt resistance for prolonged spring and summer harvests\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAbundant and reliable cool-weather yields\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFast-growing and dependable performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApproximately 40–50 days to maturity\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGrows best in full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eApproximately 50–60 seeds per packet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Grow Olympia Spinach from Seed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDirect sow spinach seeds outdoors in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked, or plant in late summer for an autumn harvest. Because spinach roots dislike being disturbed, direct sowing is strongly recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a location with full sun to partial shade and rich, well-drained soil amended with compost. Space plants approximately 15–25 cm (6–10 inches) apart with a spread of 15–20 cm (6–8 inches).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWater consistently and evenly, keeping the soil moist during active growth. Olympia spinach thrives in cooler temperatures and benefits from steady moisture to help prevent premature bolting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest outer leaves first (\"cut-and-come-again\") to encourage the plant to continue producing fresh new growth from the centre throughout the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Spinach in Canada\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOlympia spinach is exceptionally well-suited to Canadian climates, capable of germinating in cool soils and handling early-season frosts. It is one of the premier cool-season crops for extending the northern gardening season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUse mulch around the base of the plants to retain soil moisture and keep leaves clean from splashing soil during heavy spring rains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor detailed instructions covering seed starting, spacing, watering, fertilizing, harvesting, and pest management, read our \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/How_To_Grow_Spinach_-_Complete_Guide.pdf?v=1791495878\" title=\"How to Grow Spinach | Complete Guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eHow to Grow Spinach | Complete Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOlympia Spinach Growing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; border: none;\"\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; width: 40%; border: none;\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003cth style=\"padding: 10px; text-align: left; width: 60%; border: none;\"\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n\n    \u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/botanical-name-icon.png?v=1790792176\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eSpinacia oleracea\u003c\/em\u003e 'Olympia'\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n    \u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/spinach-icon.png?v=1791496618\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eSpinach (Olympia)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n    \u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/plant-cycle-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eAnnual cool-season leafy green\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n    \u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/full-sun-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003eSun Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eFull sun to partial shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n    \u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/maturity-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eApproximately 40–50 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n    \u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/seed-count-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003eSeed Count\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eApproximately 50–60 seeds\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n    \u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/pollinators-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003ePollination Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eOpen-pollinated variety\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n    \u003ctr style=\"border: none;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 10px;\"\u003e\n          \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/harvest-icon.png?v=1790783388\" alt=\"\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" style=\"display: block; flex-shrink: 0;\"\u003e\n          \u003cstrong\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 8px 10px; border: none;\"\u003eFresh salads, sautéing, smoothies, and baby greens\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrow Your Own Olympia Spinach\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThere is nothing quite like harvesting fresh, crisp, nutrient-dense greens straight from your own garden bed. With its exceptional bolt resistance and heavy, reliable yields, Olympia spinach is a rewarding addition to your Canadian vegetable patch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStart your spinach from seed this season and enjoy watching your plants grow into a bountiful harvest of delicious, healthy leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Caribou Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":56845399392559,"sku":null,"price":19.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 grams","offer_id":52319172231471,"sku":null,"price":48.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 grams","offer_id":52319172264239,"sku":null,"price":81.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1105\/1214\/files\/bundle-of-freshly-harvested-spinach.png?v=1791496380","url":"https:\/\/www.caribouseedcompany.com\/en-cn\/products\/spinach","provider":"Caribou Seed Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}