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When to Plant Spinach in Keen Mountain, Virginia (24624)

Location

Keen Mountain, Virginia

ZIP Code

24624

USDA Zone

7a

Last Frost

Friday, April 10, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Friday, February 27, 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 7a

Spinach (Cynara scolymus) is a popular garden vegetable. In Keen Mountain, Virginia, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a, you should direct sow seeds around Friday, February 27, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Friday, April 10, 2026. Spinach grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.