Item Number: SNV8064
Red Orach Seeds (Organic)
Red Orach Seeds (Organic)
Red Greens - Flavor is a Nuttier Version of Spinach
Orach - Red - Atriplex hortensis
Hardy Annual Red Orach is also called Mountain Spinach. The magenta-red leaves will not change color when cooked. Use this nutritious green in salads (small, raw leaves) or take the larger leaves and cook them. The flavor is a nuttier version of spinach. Orach grows well in warm weather when spinach bolts.
Did You Know? Drop a leaf in a pot of cooking rice to make the rice a rosy color.
Soil Temperature: 50-65°F
Planting Depth: 1/2"
Germination: 6-15 Days
Height At Maturity: 3'-6'
Days to Maturity: 30-40 Days
Sun/Shade: Partial Sun
Spacing After Thinning: 2"-6"
Approx Seeds per Pack: 250 Seeds
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Description
Description
Orach - Red - Atriplex hortensis
Hardy Annual Red Orach is also called Mountain Spinach. The magenta-red leaves will not change color when cooked. Use this nutritious green in salads (small, raw leaves) or take the larger leaves and cook them. The flavor is a nuttier version of spinach. Orach grows well in warm weather when spinach bolts.
Did You Know? Drop a leaf in a pot of cooking rice to make the rice a rosy color.
Soil Temperature: 50-65°F
Planting Depth: 1/2"
Germination: 6-15 Days
Height At Maturity: 3'-6'
Days to Maturity: 30-40 Days
Sun/Shade: Partial Sun
Spacing After Thinning: 2"-6"
Approx Seeds per Pack: 250 Seeds
Peaceful Valley Farm & Garden Supply brand seeds 
are guaranteed to germinate. Once the seeds have sprouted, please understand that Peaceful Valley cannot be held responsible for the many uncontrollable growing and climatic conditions that must be met to ensure the success of your crop(s). Peaceful Valley brand vegetable seeds are all non-GMO and Certified Organic.
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Shipping Information
Shipping Information
Shipping Weight: 0.01 lb
Dimensions: 4.5"L x 3.25"W x 0.1"H
Features
Features
- Open-Pollinated
Characteristics
Characteristics
Planting & Care
Planting & Care
Soil and Water: Orach wants moderately fertile soil with added organic matter. Provide moderate water.
Planting and Growing: These greens prefer cooler weather, but tolerate warm temperatures. Start seeds indoors 3 weeks before the last frost and continue planting every 2 weeks until midsummer.
Harvesting and Storage: Begin harvesting when leaves are 1" long. Steam larger 3"-4" long leaves. Harvest a few leaves at a time from the whole plant. Mature leaves are popular for floral arrangements.
Useful Information
Useful Information
Guarantee
Guarantee
Peaceful Valley Farm & Garden Supply brand vegetable seeds are guaranteed to germinate. Once the seeds have sprouted, please understand that Peaceful Valley cannot be held responsible for the many uncontrollable growing and climatic conditions that must be met to ensure the success of your crop(s).
