Space is a widely grown F1 hybrid spinach valued for its smooth, flat leaves, upright habit, and strong disease resistance. The dark green, spade-shaped leaves are quick to wash because they lack the crinkles of savoy types, making Space a favorite for both baby-leaf and full-size harvests. It is slow to bolt and productive across spring and fall plantings, and its clean leaves and upright growth make harvesting efficient. Space carries resistance to several strains of downy mildew, a common spinach disease, giving it reliable performance in cool, damp conditions. Popular with market growers and home gardeners alike, it is a dependable modern hybrid for fresh salads and steady, high-quality cut-and-come-again production.
Flavor Profile
Mild, clean, and tender with a sweet flavor well suited to fresh salads and light steaming.
Visual Characteristics
Smooth, flat, spade-shaped dark green leaves on upright plants that stay clean and easy to wash.
Growing Tips
Excellent for baby-leaf salads; its upright habit and smooth leaves make harvesting and washing fast.
Resistance Information
Disease Resistance
Resistant to several races of downy mildew.
Where to Buy
Sourcing information coming soon. Check local nurseries and seed banks for availability.