Huauzontle - Aztec spinach - Lamb's Quarters and Company
This Mexican goosefoot is entirely edible, with delicious foliage and inflorescences that can be eaten like broccoli shoots. In autumn, the whole plant takes on shades of orange and red.
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in the ground, in nurseries
Sow lightly, directly in place, in rows 40 cm apart. Cover the seeds lightly and keep the soil cool. When plants have 5 or 6 leaves, thin out, keeping one plant every 40 cm.
Water regularly, especially in dry spells, to prevent over-harvesting. Pick leaves as needed.
March, April
May, June
May, June, July, August, September
in the ground, in the greenhouse, in pot
semi-shade, sunny
medium
clayey, humus
fees, furniture, rich
Chenopodium berlandieri
mid-season
500 seeds
From 80 to 100 cm
Mexico