New Zealand Spinach
Easy to Grow
Non-GMO & Natural
High Germination Rate
Loved by Chefs
🌿 New Zealand Spinach Seeds — Heat-Loving Spinach Impostor
Tetragonia tetragonioides
Not actually spinach — just better when summer tries to murder your greens ☀️🔥.
New Zealand Spinach thrives where spinach taps out, kicks sand in its face, and keeps cranking out tender, succulent, triangle-leafed greens that stay sweet and mild all season.
Imagine spinach that doesn’t bolt in heat…
that you harvest like a perpetual salad fountain…
and that tastes like crisp seaside herbs + mineral freshness 🌊🌱.
Welcome to the warm-season leafy elite.
👅 Flavor Profile:
Fresh 🌿
Mineral-bright 🧂
Mildly herbaceous 🌱
Slight ocean-kiss salinity 🌊
Tender, slightly succulent texture — think spinach meets young purslane, but friendlier and more elegant.
🍴 Culinary Uses:
🥗 Fresh salads & chilled summer bowls
🥬 Light sauté with garlic & olive oil
🥟 Dumpling & spanakopita fillings (chef cheat code)
🍝 Toss into pasta at the last second
🍳 Fold into omelets & frittatas
🥒 Use raw as an herby-succulent garnish
🧂 Blanch + shock before hot preparations = silk
Chef move: quick blanch → ice bath → olive oil, lemon zest, flaky salt, cracked pepper. Serve cold beside grilled fish. Peak Mediterranean smugness. 🇬🇷✨
👨🍳 Chef’s Pitch:
“Spinach, but summer-proof.”
New Zealand Spinach brings cool-green flavor in hot months, stays crisp, and plates like upscale wild foraged greens.
Use raw for crunch + minerality, or blanch to unlock velvet texture.
Pairs beautifully with lemon, yogurt, olive oil, dill, smoked fish, and sesame.
It’s the ‘I know things’ leafy green.
🌱 Growing Notes:
🪴 Warm-season green, not frost-friendly
☀️ Loves heat + full sun
💧 Consistent moisture = tender leaves
⏱️ Harvest from ~55–70 days; cut-and-come-again
📏 Space generously — wide, low spreading habit
🌱 Soak or scarify seed for better germination
🪴 Great in beds or large containers
✂️ Harvest tips + young leaves continually
Fun fact: thrives in sandy soil & coastal vibes.
Pretends it's surfing when you're not looking. 🏄♂️
✨ Quick Facts:
Latin Name: Tetragonia tetragonioides
Heat Rating: Laughs at heatwaves 🌞🤣
Flavor: Mild spinach-meets-sea-herb freshness
Use: Raw or cooked; blanch for premium texture
Growth Habit: Low spreading, cut-and-come-again
Specialty: Summer spinach substitute
Diet Notes: Oxalic acid present — blanch to mellow
Pollinator Benefit: Yellow blooms attract beneficials 🐝
New Zealand Spinach
Seeds of Vitality
Leafy Greens Worth Growing
From tender lettuces to hearty kales and vibrant Asian greens, leafy greens are the backbone of any kitchen garden. Our seeds are selected for strong germination, fast growth, and continuous harvests, making them ideal for both new and seasoned gardeners. Whether tossed fresh into salads, sautéed, or blended into nutrient-packed smoothies, these greens bring freshness and vitality to every meal.
From Garden to Plate
Premium Leafy Green Varieties
Open-pollinated and non-GMO, our leafy green seeds represent the best of both heritage and performance. With varieties ranging from crisp romaine and tender butterhead lettuces to robust chards and deeply nutritious spinach, these crops are chosen for flavor, resilience, and high yields. Many can be harvested young for baby greens or grown to full size for hearty dishes, giving you flexibility in both the garden and the kitchen. With Casa Verde, you’re growing freshness, nutrition, and culinary versatility — leaf by leaf.
Frequent Asked Questions
Q: Are your seeds suitable for home gardeners and professional chefs?
Absolutely! Our seeds are chosen for exceptional flavor, vibrant growth, and reliable yields—perfect for home gardens, restaurant kitchens, and culinary professionals alike.
Q: What does “heritage” or “heirloom” mean for your seeds?
Heritage and heirloom seeds are traditional varieties passed down through generations, valued for their flavor, history, and ability to be saved and replanted.
Q: How high is the germination rate of your seeds?
Our seeds are tested for high germination rates, ensuring strong, healthy plants when grown under proper conditions.
Q: Do you offer rare or specialty varieties?
Yes—we pride ourselves on offering unique, flavorful, and hard-to-find varieties that bring diversity and richness to your culinary creations.
