Good for spring and fall plantings. Savoy Hybrid 612F - Deeply savoyed large dark green leaves on an upright plant type. It is good for the fall crop and for shipping fresh and freezing. It can be mechanically harvested. It is resistant to downy mildew and cucumber mosaic virus.
Plants are large and quick growing, good for mechanical harvesting and processing.
It has resistance to both race 1 and 2 of downy mildew. Savoy varieties are less inclined to wilt or turn yellow before reaching the market. Smooth leaf varieties are easier to clean and prepare for canning and freezing. Soils - Spinach can be grown successfully on a variety of soils, but a fertile sandy loam high in organic matter is preferred. The use of cover crops and green manure crops is recommended to maintain the soil organic matter.