See Weather and Location Shipping Restrictions below, and contact us if you have questions.A Heat-Loving Vining Green for Summer GardensRed Malabar Spinach (Basella rubra) is a vigorous, heat-loving vining annual that thrives when regular spinach bolts and gives up. The thick, glossy leaves have a mild, slightly mucilaginous texture similar to spinach and are excellent stir-fried, sautéed, added to soups, or used fresh in salads. The striking red stems make it as ornamental as it is edible.Plants climb readily up trellises, fences, and arbors, reaching 6 feet or more in a single season. In late summer, small ornamental blooms appear along the stems. A great choice for edible landscaping, vertical gardens, and anyone who wants a productive green that actually loves the heat.Growing Conditions Light: Full Sun Type: Annual (perennial in zones 9+) Height: 6+ feet (vining) Bloom: Late Summer — small ornamental flowers Best for: Stir-fries, soups, sautés, fresh eating Heat tolerant: Thrives in hot, humid summers What You'll ReceiveWell-rooted plants in nursery pots, ready to transplant. Cannot ship to locations below 40°F or above 90°F.Our GuaranteeEvery plant is guaranteed to arrive healthy. Message us with a photo if anything looks off upon delivery — all plants are insured for transit issues.Arrival SupportUnpack promptly after delivery. If there is a problem with your order on arrival, contact us within 24 hours and include clear photos so we can help.Explore related products: Culinary PlantsShipping RestrictionsWe cannot ship to: Alabama, Arkansas, California, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Utah, Washington, Oregon, or Mississippi.Ideal Shipping Temperature: 45°F to 85°F.