Harvesting of Chenopodium album typically begins in July and continues through October.
lamb's quarters
Chenopodium album
Also Known As - pigweed,White Goosefoot,PigweedLamb's quarters (Chenopodium album) is an edible wild plant found growing throughout Europe, North America, Asia, and parts of Africa. The edible plant has smooth, jagged-tooth leaves, greenish-white flowers, and can grow to be up to five feet tall. The plant is often mistaken for weeds in gardens and grassy areas. Lamb's quarters are high in dietary fiber, multiple minerals, and various vitamins such as Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, and Vitamin K. Cooked, the leaves have a spinach-like taste and can be enjoyed as a nutritious side dish. The plant, when dried and powdered, is also an excellent thickening agent for soups and stews.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
8
Flowers:
Not showy, White, Red Flowers
Sun:
Sun, Partial Shade
Soil:
Clay, Sand
Fruits:
Fruits In Autumn Ready In Fall
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,purple,gray,gray
Growth Rate:
High
Poisonous To Humans:
Yes
Poisonous To Pets:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
watering
Lamb's quarters (Chenopodium album) require regular water to maintain healthy growth. Water the soil thoroughly whenever the top inch of soil becomes dry. In general, this is usually every 7-10 days. However, the frequency of watering may vary with the season and weather. During hot summer months, the plant may need watering more often. Once the plant is established, less frequent but deeper waterings are best. Reduce watering slightly during the winter when the plant is dormant.
sunlight
Lamb's quarters (Chenopodium album) is a sun-loving plant species that does best with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. While it can tolerate partial shade, it does best in direct sunlight and may become weak and spindly in shade. Lamb's quarters is an annual plant that has the ability to thrive in both warm and cool temperatures, but it prefers daytime temperatures that are between 65-77°F (18-25°C). This species does poorly in extreme heat where temperatures exceed 80°F (27°C). Lamb's quarters is a fast-growing plant with quick-germinating seeds, so it doesn't require a long season to take hold and flourish.
pruning
For Lamb's Quarters (Chenopodium album), pruning should be done in late spring or early summer when the plant is still young. Pruning should be moderate, removing up to 1-third of the plant if necessary, so as to prevent overcrowding and to open up the plant to air and light. By pruning young shoots, a bushier form may be obtained when the plant reaches maturity. Additionally, it's important to remove any dead, diseased, or insect-infested branches immediately.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit
Starts Flowering
Lamb's quarters typically start flowering in July.
Harvest Fruit
Harvesting of Chenopodium album typically begins in July and continues through October.
