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• Sow palak seeds 4 inches apart and about half an inch deep, using a manure-rich, sandy soil in a pot around 5 inches deep.
• In winter, keep the pot on a balcony or by a sunny window for a few hours of sunlight daily.
• In warmer weather, move the pot to bright, shady conditions instead.
• Water moderately to keep the soil moist.
• Harvest by cutting the leaves, new leaves will keep sprouting.
• After about 4 harvests, uproot the plant, since its nutrition value diminishes after that point.
• A good technique is planting 10-15 new seeds every 3 weeks, giving you a continuous supply of palak at home from July right through to the end of March.

• Leaves are eaten raw or cooked, used in curries, soups, saag, and fillings.

These uses are documented for information only and are not medical advice. Always verify the species and the plant part before use.

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