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Getting Spinach Seeds to Sprout: Pre-Chill and Time Planting

Spinach germinates best at 50–55°F soil temp. In south Georgia, try pre-sprouting: alternate damp paper towel in fridge/out for 4 days, then plant in shade. Mulch lightly with straw for winter survival. Malabar spinach is a heat-tolerant vine alternative (xrl.us/malabar).

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