Malabar Spinach Seeds – Basella alba Vegetable Plant

Malabar Spinach is a warm-season leafy vine grown for its lush green foliage and vigorous climbing growth habit. Plants produce thick, succulent leaves on fast-growing stems and thrive in hot, humid conditions where traditional spinach struggles. This species is suitable for garden beds, raised beds, containers, and trellis-supported plantings. Malabar Spinach performs best in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil and consistent moisture, providing abundant leafy growth throughout the growing season.

Features

• Warm-season leafy vegetable vine
• Produces thick, succulent green leaves
• Vigorous climbing growth habit
• Suitable for trellises, raised beds, and containers
• Thrives in hot and humid conditions
• Performs well in fertile, well-drained soils
• Provides continuous leafy harvests during the season

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Basella alba
• Common Name (US): Malabar Spinach
• Seed Type / Variety: Basella alba
• Growth Habit: Climbing annual vine (perennial in tropical climates)
• USDA Zones: 7-11
• Planting Season: Spring to Early Summer
• Growing Season: Summer through Fall
• Sowing Season: March-June
• Germination Time and Conditions: 10-20 days at 70-90°F (21-32°C)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Fertile, well-drained loamy soil rich in organic matter
• Watering Needs: Regular watering; keep soil consistently moist
• Mature Plant Size: 6-10 feet tall, 2-4 feet spread
• Plant Spacing: 12-18 inches apart