{"product_id":"malabar-spinach-seeds-for-home-growing","title":"Malabar Spinach Seeds – Desi Bachhali Kura Variety | Pui Saag\/Vaalari | High Germination for Home Gardening","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eGermination Time: 10-15 days\u003cbr\u003eSunlight Requirement: 5-7 hours per day, full sun to partial shade\u003cbr\u003eIdeal Climate for Sowing: Warm season crop; best sown in summer and monsoon\u003cbr\u003eVine Length: Up to 6-10 feet (climbing vine, requires support)\u003cbr\u003eOrganic Fertilizer Requirement: 1-2 cups of decomposed cow dung or vermicompost per plant, every 2-3 weeks\u003cbr\u003eLife Span: Annual (perennial in warm, frost-free climates)\u003cbr\u003eIdeal Growing Temperature: 25-35°C\u003cbr\u003eFirst Harvest: 40-50 days after sowing\u003cbr\u003eMaintenance Required: Low to moderate\u003cbr\u003eIdeal Grow Bag Size: 12x12 grow bag or larger, with trellis\/support\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications of Desi Malabar Spinach (Bachhali Kura) Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis Desi Malabar Spinach variety is a vigorous, heat-loving climbing vine producing thick, slightly mucilaginous leaves widely used in Indian cooking, particularly in curries and dals. Unlike regular spinach, it thrives in hot, humid weather rather than cool seasons, making it a reliable leafy green option during summer and monsoon when other greens struggle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits \/ Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThick, nutrient-rich leaves ideal for curries and dals\u003cbr\u003eThrives in hot, humid weather — a reliable summer leafy green\u003cbr\u003eVigorous climbing vine — good for covering trellises and fences\u003cbr\u003eContinuous harvest over an extended period once established\u003cbr\u003eLow-maintenance once the vine is established\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting and Care for Malabar Spinach\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSowing: Sow seeds ½ inch deep in well-drained, fertile soil. Soaking seeds overnight before sowing can improve germination.\u003cbr\u003eGrowing: Provide a trellis or vertical support early, as the vine grows quickly and needs guidance. Water regularly, keeping soil moist but not waterlogged.\u003cbr\u003eHarvesting: Begin harvesting leaves and young shoots 40-50 days after sowing, picking tender growth regularly — this encourages continued vine growth and a longer harvest period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions While Growing Malabar Spinach\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eProvide support early, as the vine grows vigorously and can become heavy\u003cbr\u003eAvoid waterlogging, which can lead to root rot\u003cbr\u003eWatch for aphids and leaf-eating pests; use organic pest control methods where needed\u003cbr\u003eHarvest regularly to encourage continued tender leaf growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther Names\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBotanical Name: \u003cem\u003eBasella alba\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUses in Indian Languages:\u003cbr\u003eTelugu: బచ్చలి కూర (Bachhali Kura)\u003cbr\u003eHindi: पोई साग (Poi Saag)\u003cbr\u003eTamil: வாலரி கீரை (Vaalari Keerai)\u003cbr\u003eKannada: ಬಸಳೆ ಸೊಪ್ಪು (Basale Soppu)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vanashree Organics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53239975641248,"sku":null,"price":29.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0714\/2234\/5376\/files\/Malabar_Spinach.png?v=1785678300","url":"https:\/\/www.vanashreeorganics.com\/products\/malabar-spinach-seeds-for-home-growing","provider":"Vanashree Organics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}