{"product_id":"purple-orach","title":"Purple Orach","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"888\" data-start=\"437\"\u003ePurple Orach, also known as mountain spinach, is an eye-catching annual green with large, tender, deep-purple leaves. Often grown for its ornamental appeal as well as its culinary uses, the leaves are mild in flavour and excellent when eaten raw in salads or cooked like spinach. This heat-tolerant plant thrives in the warmer months when other leafy greens begin to fade, making it a dependable and beautiful garden addition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1092\" data-start=\"890\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"926\" data-start=\"890\"\u003eWhere Can You Grow Purple Orach?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"929\" data-start=\"926\"\u003ePurple Orach grows well in Zones 3-9. It prefers full sun to part shade and well-drained soil. Ideal for kitchen gardens, edible landscapes, or ornamental borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1460\" data-start=\"1094\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1125\" data-start=\"1094\"\u003eHistory and Historical Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1128\" data-start=\"1125\"\u003eOrach is an ancient cultivated green, predating spinach in European gardens. Historically valued for its hardiness and ability to thrive in dry or salty soils, it was once a staple vegetable before spinach became more widespread. Its vivid purple leaves added both nutrition and visual interest to medieval and early modern cuisine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1727\" data-start=\"1462\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1491\" data-start=\"1462\"\u003eCanadian Zone Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1494\" data-start=\"1491\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1508\" data-start=\"1494\"\u003eZones 8-9:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct sow in early spring or fall; harvest young leaves continuously.\u003cbr data-end=\"1582\" data-start=\"1579\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1596\" data-start=\"1582\"\u003eZones 5-7:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct sow after last frost; tolerates summer heat well.\u003cbr data-end=\"1656\" data-start=\"1653\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1670\" data-start=\"1656\"\u003eZones 3-4:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start indoors or sow directly after frost danger passes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1727\" data-start=\"1462\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/7841\/5473\/files\/Plant_Hardiness.png?v=1734491528\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2066\" data-start=\"1729\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1769\" data-start=\"1729\"\u003eHow to Grow and Harvest Purple Orach\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2066\" data-start=\"1729\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1785\" data-start=\"1772\"\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds 1cm (1\/2in) deep, spaced 15-30cm (6-12in) apart.\u003cbr data-end=\"1847\" data-start=\"1844\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1860\" data-start=\"1847\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly to establish; drought-tolerant once mature.\u003cbr data-end=\"1923\" data-start=\"1920\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1938\" data-start=\"1923\"\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick young leaves as needed; allow a few plants to go to seed.\u003cbr data-end=\"2004\" data-start=\"2001\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2020\" data-start=\"2004\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grows quickly; self-seeds readily if allowed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2385\" data-start=\"2068\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2106\" data-start=\"2068\"\u003eSeed Saving Tips for Future Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2385\" data-start=\"2068\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2131\" data-start=\"2109\"\u003eLet Plants Mature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow a few plants to bolt and develop seed heads.\u003cbr data-end=\"2185\" data-start=\"2182\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2203\" data-start=\"2185\"\u003eHarvest Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Collect seeds when dry and tan-coloured.\u003cbr data-end=\"2247\" data-start=\"2244\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2265\" data-start=\"2247\"\u003eDry and Clean:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove chaff and ensure seeds are fully dry.\u003cbr data-end=\"2313\" data-start=\"2310\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2323\" data-start=\"2313\"\u003eStore:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep in a cool, dry place; seeds remain viable for 3-5 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2466\" data-start=\"2387\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2411\" data-start=\"2387\"\u003eCertified Organic By\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2414\" data-start=\"2411\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"2466\" data-start=\"2414\"\u003eIslands Organics Producers Association (Cert#1962)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metchosin Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48811205918962,"sku":"MF-GREENS-019","price":4.76,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/4106\/0082\/files\/Purple_Orach.webp?v=1772481925","url":"https:\/\/homeandwell.ca\/products\/purple-orach","provider":"Home \u0026 Well ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}