100 Seeds Lambsquarters Chenopodium album Wild Edible Green

Lambsquarters, also known as Chenopodium album, is a fast-growing annual leafy green valued for its tender leaves and resilient nature in the garden. It produces abundant seed and thrives in a wide range of conditions, making it a reliable choice for growers interested in wild and traditional edible plants.

The young leaves and shoots are commonly used as a cooked green, similar to spinach, and can be added to soups, stews, and sauteed dishes. Plants grow upright and can reach several feet tall, self-seeding readily once established. Harvest leaves when young and tender for the best flavor and texture.
Species: Chenopodium album
Type: Annual
Plant_Habit: Upright, bushy
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained, fertile loam
Days_to_Harvest: 40-60
Zones: 3-11
Germination: 7-14 days
Sowing: Direct sow after last frost, surface sow and lightly press in
Spacing: 12-18 inches
Notes: Self-seeds readily; harvest young leaves for tender texture.