Malabar Spinach Green Stem Seeds
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"Grow the heat-tolerant Malabar Spinach Green Stem variety in your garden with this 50-seed pack of non-GMO, open-pollinated seeds! This leafy green produces thick, tender stems and vibrant green leaves perfect for stir-fries, soups, salads, and fresh cooking. Fast-growing and easy-to-cultivate, this perennial vine thrives in outdoor gardens, raised beds, or containers. Ideal for both beginner and experienced gardeners, enjoy a continuous harvest of nutritious, flavorful leaves throughout the growing season."





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Features
Life Cycle
Perennial
Planting Season
Spring / Summer
Growth Habit
Climbing, Vining, Fast-growing
Flavor Profile
Mild, Tender, Slightly Earthy
Plant Characteristics
Thick green stems, Glossy leaves, Heat-tolerant
Use
Stir-fries, Salads, Soups, Smoothies
Growing Conditions
Full sun to partial shade; warm, well-drained, fertile soil
Harvest Advantages
Continuous harvest, Fast regrowth
Plant Resistance
Heat-tolerant, Disease-resistant
About Malabar Spinach Green Stem Seeds
Basella alba
Seed Names
Malabar Spinach Green Stem / Basella Alba Seeds
Seed Type
Heirloom, Non-GMO
Malabar Spinach Green Stem is a fast-growing, climbing leafy green with thick, tender stems and glossy green leaves. Native to tropical Asia, it thrives in warm, sunny conditions and provides continuous harvests. Its mild, slightly earthy flavor makes it perfect for stir-fries, soups, salads, and smoothies, adding both nutrition and vibrant foliage to your garden.
Planting Information
Light Requirement
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Planting Depth
¼ inch
Sowing Method
Direct sow or start indoors
Plant Spacing
6–12 inches apart
Days to Maturity
45–60 days
Soil Preparation
Soak seeds 24 hours before sowing for faster germination
Hardiness Zones
USDA 9–11 (annual in cooler zones)
Water Needs
Moderate, consistent moisture
Planting Season
Spring to Summer
Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
100
up to 15–20 sq.ft
500
up to 75–100 sq.ft
1000
up to 150–200 sq.ft