Description
Red Garnet Amaranth (Amranthus tricolor) - 250 Seeds Heirloom Non-GMO American grown seeds Perennial USDA Zones: 2-11 Beautiful dark red/fuchsia blooms top large plants that can reach up to 10 feet tall! Beyond its aesthetic qualities, young leaves can be used for greens, & flower heads fill with seeds that can be toasted & eaten as grains. Because of its stunning height, seed-filled flower heads make a great source of food for goldfinches & other birds flying by. in foods, amaranth is used as a cereal grain & makes a wonderfully nutritious micro-green as well! People use the entire plant to make medicine used for a wide range of ailments. Planting Instructions: Amaranth germinates when the soil temperature is at least 70o, so gardeners in cool climates will want to start their seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before transplanting. Direct sow seeds after the last spring frost. Sow thinly at 1/4" deep in rows 16-18" apart. Thin to the strongest seedling per 10-12" apart. Some gardeners choose a closer spacing if only growing to harvest the greens. Prefers full sun & well drained soil. Once established, will tolerate drought, but the greens will be more tender if the soil is kept moist. Free shipping on orders over $35. $3.50 flat rate shipping up to $35. Growing instructions included on each seed packet. Amaranth, Red Garnet - 250 Seeds Heirloom Herb Non-Gmo | Amaranthus Tricolor
