🌿 Brazilian Spinach, Growing Guide for SEQ
Everything you need to grow Brazilian Spinach in South East Queensland's subtropical climate.
When to Sow in SEQ
Perennial subtropical spinach substitute. Plant it once and pick leaves for years. Bulletproof through SEQ summer when nothing else leafy works.
Growing Requirements
Recommended Varieties for SEQ
Samba Lettuce (Alternanthera sissoo)
The standard SEQ Brazilian spinach, crinkly dark green leaves, mild flavour. Propagated from cuttings at Bunnings or swaps.
Kitchen Uses
- Sautéed with garlic as a silverbeet substitute
- Added to soups and stews
- Used raw in small amounts in salads
- Cooked into frittatas and quiches
Health Benefits
- Good source of vitamins and minerals
- Thrives in heat when cool-season greens bolt
- Contains nutritious foliage year-round
- Low calorie leafy green
Pests & Diseases in SEQ
Common Pests
- Snails
Storage
Fridge in a bag, up to 4 days
Value
Saves ~$2-4/week, perennial in SEQ, produces year-round without reseeding
Track Brazilian Spinach in Your Garden
Drag Brazilian Spinach into your garden bed, get weekly reminders for watering, feeding, and harvesting.
Add Brazilian Spinach to My Garden →Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Brazilian Spinach in Brisbane?
In South East Queensland, Brazilian Spinach can be sown in September, October, November, December, January, February, March. Perennial subtropical spinach substitute. Plant it once and pick leaves for years. Bulletproof through SEQ summer when nothing else leafy works.
What are the best Brazilian Spinach varieties for Queensland?
Top varieties for SEQ include Samba Lettuce (Alternanthera sissoo).