15 Proven Heat-Proof Leafy Greens that Thrive in 100+ Degree Weather

In this episode, you will learn the best leafy greens you can grow when the temperature exceeds 100 degrees for a few days, weeks, or even months. John grows all these leafy greens in his summer garden despite having days that hit 116 degrees.

You will learn about these special leafy greens that are heat tolerant and enjoy growing in the hot weather in his desert garden. You will learn more about each of these leafy green vegetables and that the leaves can be eaten in salads or cooked. You will learn to appreciate the bounty of your locally grown leafy greens that are more nutritious than store-bought leafy greens that are often of low quality and overpriced.

Jump to the following parts of the Episode:
00:00 Episode Starts
01:00 Growing in the Summer is Possible
01:37 Why Leafy Greens Are So Important
02:34 Common Greens will Not Grow in the Heat
04:08 Are these related to Standard Spinach?
05:35 Water Spinach
07:42 Longevity Spinach
09:08 Egyptian Spinach
10:04 Bele Tree
11:50 Malabar Spinach
13:45 Basil
15:35 Tree Collards
17:38 Moringa
20:13 Surinam Spinach
21:29 Cranberry Hibiscus
22:23 Roselle
23:37 Chaya
24:53 Sweet Potato Leaves
26:25 Edible Weeds Purslane
27:21 Lambs Quarters
27:27 Nopales Cactus Pads

After watching this episode, you learn the 15 leafy green veggies you can easily grow if the weather exceeds 100 degrees in your garden regularly. Of course, these vegies will also thrive in a normal summer garden of 80+ degrees.

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Jump to the following parts of the Episode:
01:00 Growing in the Summer is Possible
01:37 Why Leafy Greens Are So Important
02:34 Common Greens will Not Grow in the Heat
04:08 Are these related to Standard Spinach?
05:35 Water Spinach
07:42 Longevity Spinach
09:08 Egyptian Spinach
10:04 Bele Tree
11:50 Malabar Spinach
13:45 Basil
15:35 Tree Collards
17:38 Moringa
20:13 Surinam Spinach
21:29 Cranberry Hibiscus
22:23 Roselle
23:37 Chaya
24:53 Sweet Potato Leaves
26:25 Edible Weeds Purslane
27:21 Lambs Quarters
27:27 Nopales Cactus Pads

[dglass]

We needed this video!! Is anyone else sick of high California prices for groceries near DEATH VALLEY?

[ogadlogadl]

John STILL at it years later!! Determined man!

[SenoraCharl]

The Nopales are wonderful chopped up and sautéed with garlic and olive oil. Add some feta cheese and lime juice, yummy.

[busker]

I did yardwork in Tucson for years. The purslane grows all over wildly, but be careful, all. Spurge generally grows "with" it. Purslane has (branches/stems/vines ?) that are very succulent like. The spurge is more like a lacy, sticky plant that is poisonous to eat.

[rosaarias]

i add moringa leaves and longevity spinach to my sandwishes. i love it

[SommetiderHvorforDetRoligRolig]

I love this channel. Im currently trying to save up enough money to get my own little piece of land, and once i have it, im going to grow much of my food.

[Heartandsoilhomestead]

12 years ago we had these same temperatures, and 10 years before that. The earth goes through cycles. Thanks for the tips!

[GodCreations]

Thank you. I saw a few of what we like to eat in our native country.

[marlenekopp]

Great video. Like to hear moreover your video.

[thebunnyfoofoo]

There are varieties of sweet potatoes that are grown just for the greens flavor. Great trellis for these are volley ball nets.

[makiko]

I love this episode! Very inspiring and encouraging in this super hot gardening season!😅💚🪴 I want to start growing moringa and Roselle. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and your light, John🙏🏻💚

[deltorres]

I grow the Malabar spinach for about four years now some of the leaves is get as big as my head.., and I will use in a wrap

[vj]

I just moved from Pennsylvania to Fort Myers, Florida, and I love growing my own fruits and vegetables. But now I have to get used to growing in a different climate. Trying to learn as much as I can. Thanks for sharing.😊 happy healthy eating.🌿🥒🪴🥗

[thebunnyfoofoo]

Ever tried freeze drying or dehydrating the giant Malabar leaves and using them as chips? They seem like perfect chip size.

[jonisolis]

I love water spinach! I am hoping to grow a lot more of it this year.

[roxannep]

I’ve been putting Moringa leaves in my scrambled eggs along with some feta … mmmm

[wenpm]

I fell in love with malabar spinach for its appearance, taste and resilience to the weather and pests. I collected the fruit pits and gave to my mom who grows herbs and this spinach on her kitchen window which has eastern and southern sun exposure. Her plant produces smaller leaves and the berries!
Excellent video on alternative edibles!

[APrettyGoodChannel]

Thanks man. Gives me some ideas for what to do when summer comes in Queensland Australia, after some unsuccessful lettuce growing last summer.

[facingfacts]

I love your videos and your energy. Very smart, great at explaining things simply, and so very knowledgeable. I've learned so much from you and almost finished building my first giant raised bed! This yr I am determined to harvest and grow yr round.