New Zealand spinach is a disease-resistant perennial also native to Australia
What to plant

Spinach substitutes

Spinach is a no-fuss cool season crop but there are some excellent substitutes for warmer seasons and regions too hot for English spinach.

Two turnips in the ground ready to harvest.
Your garden harvest

Making every part count

Making the most of root to leaf edibility is an idea that has been used for generations by frugal kitchens. Winter soups are just the start!