When to Plant Spinach in Alexandria City, VA
Spinach is a nutrient-packed cool-season green that grows quickly in spring and fall. It is rich in iron, vitamins, and antioxidants and excellent raw or cooked.
Alexandria City, Virginia is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 6 and the first fall frost is November 8, giving you a growing season of approximately 216 days.
At an elevation of 738 feet, Alexandria City receives approximately 45.8 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 91°F, providing good warmth for Spinach during the growing season.
Alexandria City Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
5.8-6.8
Drainage
Well Drained
Plant Planting Risk Windows
Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.
Plant Water Budget
Spinach Planting Timeline — Alexandria City, VA
Spinach Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 2 | Mar 2 – Mar 16 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 6 | Apr 6 – Apr 20 |
| Direct Sow | March 23 | Mar 23 – Apr 13 |
| Fall Sowing | August 30 | Aug 30 – Sep 13 |
| Harvest | May 11 | May 11 – Jul 13 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 6" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors Direct Sow |
| April | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | Harvest |
| June | Harvest |
| July | Harvest |
| August | Fall Sowing |
| September | Fall Sowing |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Partial Shade (3-6 hours)
Water
Moderate — regular watering
Days to Maturity
35–50 days
Soil pH
6.5 – 7.5
USDA Zone
Zone 7a
Growing Season
216 days
Growing Tips for Alexandria City
Direct sow as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Plant in partial shade for summer crops to delay bolting. Succession plant every 2 weeks for continuous harvest.
Companion Planting
Good Companions
Level Up Your Garden
Wind pollinated — isolate 1/2 mile for purity. Easy to let bolt in heat.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Spinach in Alexandria City, VA?
Alexandria City is in Zone 7a with an average last frost of April 6. Plan your Spinach planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Alexandria City, VA?
Alexandria City, Virginia is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 6 and first fall frost is November 8.
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