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When to Plant Spinach in Shrub Oak, New York (10588)

Location

Shrub Oak, New York

ZIP Code

10588

USDA Zone

6b

Last Frost

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Pro Tip: Spinach can be directly sown outdoors. Plant 6 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Cynara scolymus
Days to Maturity 40 days
Mature Height 6-12"
Spread 6"
Type Leaf
Fruit Size N/A

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Partial Shade to Full Sun

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Water

Regular (keep moist)

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Spacing

6" apart

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Planting Depth

0.5" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 7-14 days

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Growing Spinach in Zone 6b

Spinach (Cynara scolymus) is a popular garden vegetable. In Shrub Oak, New York, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b, you should direct sow seeds around Wednesday, March 4, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Spinach grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.