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Va., have spoiled the profit in that, and the 
Southern product takes its place. The spinach 
for early spring is sown in the field or garden in 
September and should be thoroughly established 
before winter, with a spread of leaves at least 
three or four inches. 
As far north as New York State it is left out 
uncovered all winter and does not suffer unless 
the frost causes the ground to “heave.” If 
straw or litter can be had without trouble or 
expense, the spinach can be covered lightly 
as that often prevents “heaving.” If all goes 
well, the plants resume growth early in the 
spring, and may even continue growing during 
the winter if the season is mild. It is ready 
for market in April or May and should be off 
the ground in June to make room for the main 
crop. Southern spinach is marketed from late 
November until April or May. 
Although spinach is a comparatively easy 
crop to grow, it needs certain conditions for 
perfection. The land must be rich and well 
drained, and liquid fertilizer must be applied 
after the crop gets started. Some put manure 
on the plot in the fall, and, as it leaches during 
the winter, it fertilizes the plants and starts 
them growing in the spring. Hen manure 
may be used. But the best way is to apply 
