Orach, Purple Seeds

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Purple Orach is popular as a micro-green as well for it's use as a decorative plant. Also known as Mountain spinach, French spinach, and Giant Lambs quarters.

How to Grow Purple Orach

  • Latin Name: Atriplex hortensis
  • Annual
  • Days to Maturity: 45- 60
  • Hardiness Zone: 11
  • Soil: Ph 5.6 to 7.8
  • Temperature: Cooler
  • Light Preference: Full sun
  • Planting:
    • Depth: 1/4"
    • Plant Space: 1-2"
    • Row Spacing: 18"
  • Pests/disease: Aphids
  • Seed Count:
    • 1 oz - Approximately 7,000 Seeds
    • 4 oz - Approximately 28,000 Seeds
    • 1 lb - Approximately 112,000 Seeds


Orach tolerates both hot and cold weather but is generally planted in the early spring. When the plant reaches approximately 1 foot tall you may begin harvesting the leaves. Continuous harvesting will assist in boosting the production of, young leaves.