Description

In warm climates where regular spinach cannot grow, the New Zealand spinach plant (Tetragonia tetragonioides) is a great substitute. It is a favourite in salads, stir-fries, sautés, and soups because of its compact, meaty, triangular leaves, which have a mild spinach-like flavour.

This type of spinach is resistant to heat and drought, so even during the hottest months, there will always be a consistent supply of fresh greens. Once established, growing New Zealand spinach is simple and yields for a long time.

Health Benefits:

• • Packed with fiber for digestive health.
  • High in Vitamin A for skin and vision.
  • Contains minerals like magnesium and iron.

Culinary Uses:

• Stir-fried like regular spinach
• Added to soups
• Sautéed side dishes

Fun Facts:

• Not a true spinach — but tastes very similar! It thrives in hot weather where regular spinach wilts.

Tips for Consumption:

• Blanch first to remove slight bitterness, then sauté lightly for a tender texture.

For a dependable, heat-loving green that continues to produce when other spinach kinds start to wither, add the New Zealand spinach plant to your yard!

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