5 Okinawa Spinach Plant – Starter Plants – Homegrown Vegetables

Grow Your Own Okinawa Spinach

Enjoy fresh, homegrown vegetables with our Okinawa Spinach Plant offering! You’ll receive 5 starter plants of Gynura bicolor, ready to thrive in your garden or homestead. Okinawa spinach, also known as Gynura crepioides, is a delicious and nutritious leafy green, easy to grow and perfect for adding to your daily meals. This isn’t just spinach; it’s a unique and flavorful addition to your culinary creations.

Okinawa spinach features large, broad, oval-shaped leaves with a deep green color and a glossy texture on the upper side, complemented by a purplish tint on the underside. The stems are fleshy and succulent, adding to the plant’s unique appeal. This perennial plant grows in a sprawling, bushy manner, reaching about 2-3 feet in height and width, making it a great addition to any garden.

Benefits of Growing Okinawa Spinach:

• Nutritious Greens: Enjoy fresh, vitamin-rich leaves straight from your garden.
• Easy to Grow: Perfect for beginner gardeners and homesteaders.
• Unique Flavor: Adds a distinct, delicious taste to your meals.
• Beautiful Plant: The green and purple foliage provides visual interest.
• Perennial: Enjoy year-round harvests in suitable climates.

Our shipping process ensures your Okinawa spinach plants arrive healthy and ready to thrive. We use USPS Ground Advantage or Priority Mail, with ship times of 1-3 days from ordering. Please note that during the spring season, ship times may increase due to higher volumes. We are committed to providing 5-star service. If you have any questions, please reach out to us. We strive to respond within 24 hours, though response times may be longer during weekends or spring.

Okinawa spinach is a versatile vegetable that can be used in a variety of dishes. It can be eaten raw in salads, steamed, stir-fried, or added to soups and stews. Its mild flavor makes it a great addition to any meal. Start your Okinawa spinach journey today!

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How big do Okinawa spinach plants get? These plants typically grow to be about 2-3 feet tall and spread similarly in width.
2. What kind of soil is best for Okinawa spinach? Well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter is ideal for growing Okinawa spinach.
3. How much sunlight does Okinawa spinach need? Okinawa spinach prefers partial shade to full sun, needing at least 4-6 hours of sunlight per day.
4. How often should I water my Okinawa spinach plants? Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
5. Is Okinawa spinach easy to grow for beginners? Yes, Okinawa spinach is relatively easy to grow, making it a great choice for beginner gardeners.