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Amaranth Red Garnet
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Amaranthus tricolor
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ANNUAL GROW IN ALL ZONES: A tall, beautiful, and edible plant that is easy to grow requires little maintenance and is drought tolerant. Use in salads, cook as greens, or grow for the seed heads to make flour or popcorn. Sprouts for microgreens are ready in 15-30 days. It grows well in the heat, which intensifies the color.
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What does Amaranth Red Garnet look like?
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- Amaranth Red Garnet is an annual plant that grows 3-6 feet tall.
- It has deep red leaves and magenta flower spikes.
Why should I plant Amaranth Red Garnet?
- Amaranth Red Garnet is a beautiful and nutritious plant.
- The leaves and seeds can be eaten and are a good source of protein, fiber, and vitamins.
- Amaranth Red Garnet is drought-tolerant and easy to grow.
- It attracts pollinators and other beneficial insects to the garden.
Some interesting facts about Amaranth Red Garnet
- Amaranth is an ancient grain that has been cultivated for thousands of years.
- It was a staple food for the Aztecs and Mayans.
- Amaranth is a gluten-free grain.
- The seeds can be popped like popcorn.
- The leaves can be cooked like spinach.
How do I germinate Amaranth Red Garnet seeds?
- Sow the seeds 1/4 inch deep in well-drained soil.
- Water the seeds regularly, keeping the soil moist but not soggy.
- The seeds should germinate in 7-14 days.
- Thin the seedlings to 6 inches apart once they have 2-3 sets of leaves.
Additional Tips
- Amaranth Red Garnet prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
- Water regularly, especially during hot weather.
- Fertilize every 2-3 weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
- Harvest the leaves when they are young and tender.
- Harvest the seeds when the seed heads are dry.
Amaranthus tricolor
Data sheet
- Water Needs:
- Low, Low/Moderate
- Light:
- Full Sun, Full Sun / Partial Shade
- Zones:
- 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, Annual grow in all zones
- Growth Cycle:
- Annual
- Soil Type:
- ALL Tolerant of most soils, Chalky Soil, Clay Soil, Loamy Soil, Peaty Soil, Saline Soil, Sandy Soil, Silty Soil, Well Drained
- Edible:
- Yes
- Color:
- Magenta, Red
- Height:
- g: Up to 3 Feet, h: Up to 4 Feet, i: Up to 5 Feet, j: Up to 6 Feet
- Maturity (Vegetables Only):
- 10 - 30 Days (Microgreens Only), 80 - 85 Days
- Warnings:
- None
- Special Features:
- Birds and Hummingbirds, Container Growing, Culinary, Cut Flowers, Drying and Crafts, Fodder/Wildlife/Shelter, Ornamental
- Growth Rate:
- Fast, Moderate/Fast
- Evergreen
- No
Specific References
- UPC
- 810071360060
- EAN13
- 0810071360060
- MPN
- ECSARG6X
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