Amaranth, Red Spike (Amaranthus cruentus) Seeds
$3.95
Quick description:
Seed packs contain a generous amount of seed for the home gardener. Minimum 50 seeds per pack.
aka Amaranth, Foxtail Amaranth
Availability:
In Stock
Description :
Type: Annual
Family: Amaranthaceae
Native Range:
Growing Zones: All
Mature Height: 36-48 in
Mature Width: 18-24 in
Sowing: Start indoors in pots 4-6 weeks before the last frost. Barely cover seed. Needs light to germinate.
Sow depth: ¼ in
Days to Germinate: 4-10 @ 70F+
Special Maintenance: n/a
Sunlight: Full sun, Part Shade
Soil Type: Well-drained/light
Water: Average
Drought Tolerance: Poor
Growth Rate: Fast
Leaf Description: Light green, large
Bloom Time: Summer, July-September
Bloom Description: Dark red, feathery plumes
Harvest: Flowering Tops
Harvest Time: Late Summer, August-September
Special Properties: Deer resistant, excellent cut flower, edible young leaves
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