How to Grow Perpetual Spinach Using a Hydroponic System for Beginners
Basic Data
- ☀ Ideal Temperature: Perpetual Spinach thrives in temperatures between 50°F to 70°F.
- 🌱 Germination Time: Usually takes 5 to 7 days to germinate.
- 📅 Time to Maturity: Reaches maturity in about 50 to 60 days.
Germination Steps
- Step 1: Soak the planting sponge and gently squeeze out excess moisture.
- Step 2: Place Perpetual Spinach seeds into the damp sponge.
- Step 3: Keep in a cool area until seeds germinate.
- Step 4: Transfer the sponge with the sprouted seeds to the hydroponic system.
Growing Process
Light Requirements Table
| Stage | Light Duration | Light Spectrum | Light Intensity |
| Germination | 10-12 hours/day | Full spectrum | 100-150 µmol/m²/s |
| Seedling | 12-14 hours/day | Full spectrum | 150-200 µmol/m²/s |
| Vegetative | 14-16 hours/day | Full spectrum | 200-250 µmol/m²/s |
| Mature | 14-16 hours/day | Full spectrum | 200-250 µmol/m²/s |
- 💧 Water Pump Volume and Duration: Set to cycle every 20 minutes.
- 🔧 pH Value: 6.0 to 7.0.
- 🍼 Nutrient Ratio:
- Nitrogen: 150 parts per million
- Phosphorus: 50 parts per million
- Potassium: 200 parts per million
- Calcium: 150 parts per million
- Magnesium: 75 parts per million
- Trace Elements: Include Iron, Manganese, Zinc at 1 part per million each as needed.
Plant Benefits
- High Nutrient Content: Rich in vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron and magnesium.
- Continuous Harvest: Can be harvested multiple times as it grows back after cutting.
- Easy to Grow: Tolerant of a wide range of conditions, making it ideal for beginners.
Conclusion
Perpetual Spinach is a fantastic choice for those new to hydroponics, offering ease of care and continuous harvests. It is a nutrient-rich green that can be used in numerous dishes, enhancing both the health benefits and flavor of your meals.
