Planting Directions: Sow seed outdoors in early spring when soil temperatures have reached 45˚ to 75 ˚ Plant seed ½” deep thinning plants 4-6” apart. When preparing the soil add a general purpose fertilizer or compost .Spinach grows best when soil temperature reaches about 60˚. Plant again in fall 60-70 days before first frost. Water light but regularly. Spinach bolts during hot weather or when there is more than 14 hours of light.