Blitum Species, Leafy Goosefoot, Strawberry Sticks

Blitumvirgatum subsp. virgatum

Genus
Blitum (BLY-tum)
Synonym
Blitum korshinskyi
Chenopodium blitum
Chenopodium foliosum
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
Hardiness
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Herbs
Water Requirements
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
Seed Collecting
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Cottage Grove, Oregon

Marysville, Washington

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Gardener's Notes:

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Cottage Grove, OR (Zone 8a) | February 2018 | positive

I know this plant as Strawberry Spinach, or Beetberry. The berries are sweet, watery, & seedy, without much flavor other than sweet, but...Read More

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