Spinach Woodpecker

Spinach Woodpecker F1 is an early hybrid variety developed by the Dutch breeding company Rijk Zwaan. It has a vegetation period of 40-45 days and is suitable for cultivation both outdoors and indoors, including balconies. The variety is characterized by high resistance to stressful conditions such as frost, temperature fluctuations, heat, and drought, although it requires regular watering during hot periods to maintain optimal growth.

The plant is compact, medium-sized, with an neat shape. The leaves are oval, large, thick, slightly wrinkled, and a deep green color. They contain a high amount of vitamins, protein, mineral salts, and iron, making spinach Woodpecker F1 particularly beneficial for health. The leaves have good marketability and retain freshness for about 7 days after cutting.

Spinach is widely used in cooking: it is used to prepare salads, soups, sauces, and also for stewing with other vegetables. It is excellent for freezing and processing, which expands its usage possibilities. High yield and resistance to diseases make this variety attractive for both commercial cultivation for fresh markets and personal consumption.