Poi Saag (Malabar Spinach) Seeds
Grow poi (Malabar spinach), a vigorous summer vine that thrives in heat and delivers steady harvests for dal, sabzi, and light gravies.
Poi Saag (Malabar Spinach) Seeds
- Dal
- Leafy Greens
- Sabzi
Easy Grow Info
Grower’s Corner
Growing Summer Greens: Poi Saag, Red Leaf Rajgira, and Gongura
Pair the seed packet with practical growing notes from the Masala Central garden.
Read the guideAbout This Green
Poi, also known as Malabar spinach, is a fast-growing climbing vine grown for its thick, tender leaves and succulent stems. Unlike true spinach, it thrives in hot weather, producing lush greens through the summer when many leafy vegetables struggle. The leaves soften beautifully in dal and sabzi, adding a mild, earthy flavor and a slightly silky texture when cooked.
Vigorous vines climb quickly with support, making poi a productive choice for vertical gardens, trellises, and warm-climate spaces where continuous harvests are possible.
Why We Grow It
We grow poi because it’s one of the easiest leafy greens to grow through California heat. When traditional greens slow down in summer, poi keeps producing, giving you a steady supply of fresh leaves that fit naturally into dal, sabzi, and everyday home cooking.
Grower’s Corner
Grower’s Corner: How to Grow Malabar Spinach and Other Heat-Loving Greens
Read the full guide on Grower’s Corner.