Upland Water Spinach Seeds - Water Spinach, 30 seeds

Upland Water Spinach (Ipomoea aquatica) is a fast-growing warm-season leafy vegetable with tender, hollow stems and soft green leaves, popular in stir-fries across Southeast Asia. Unlike common water spinach, upland types grow in regular garden soil rather than flooded fields. This packet contains 30 seeds. Please check local regulations before growing, as water spinach is regulated in some areas — never release it into waterways or wild habitats.

Seed Information

• Type: Vegetable Seeds
• Common Name: Upland Water Spinach
• Botanical Name: Ipomoea aquatica
• Life Cycle: Annual
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Watering: Water frequently; the soil should stay consistently moist
• Soil Type: Rich, moisture-retentive garden soil
• Planting Time: Sow after the last frost when the weather is warm
• Days to Maturity: First harvest about 40 days after sowing

Growing Instructions

• When to Plant: Sow after all danger of frost has passed and temperatures are reliably warm.
• Soil: Fertile soil with good moisture retention; work in compost before planting.
• Sunlight: Full sun.
• Watering: Water often so the soil never dries out.
• Spacing: Space plants 6–8 inches apart in rows 12 inches apart.
• Germination: Seedlings emerge in 7–14 days in warm, moist soil.
• Harvest: Pinch tender stem tips when the plants reach about 10–12 inches tall, roughly 40 days after sowing; cutting back encourages new shoots.
• Tips: Regular cutting keeps the plants productive; grow in contained garden beds and check local regulations on this species.