Description
Transform your garden with the regal beauty of Burgundy Amaranth! Towering at 5 to 8 feet, this frost-sensitive annual showcases striking burgundy plumes that make an elegant garden backdrop or bold floral arrangement centerpiece. A staple of the Aztecs, the beige seeds are nutrient-rich, perfect for cooking like rice or popping like popcorn. Birds love them too! Harvest the tender, nutritious leaves for fresh salads or steaming. Easy to grow and drought-tolerant, Burgundy Amaranth thrives in full sun, bringing vibrant color and functionality to your garden.
This packet has 525 seeds.
Variety Info:
Botanical Name: Amaranthus hypochondriacus
Family: Amaranthaceae
Native: Probable origin North America
Hardiness: Frost-sensitive annual
Plant Dimensions: 5'–8' tall, 18″–24″ wide
Exposure: Full sun
Bloom Period: Summer to frost
Attributes: Drought Tolerant
Sowing Info:
When to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, when soil temperature is 65°–75°F.
When to Start Inside: 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date. Sow in biodegradable pots that can be directly planted in the ground; roots are sensitive to disturbance.
Days to Emerge: 7–14 days
Seed Depth: Barely cover
Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 18″
Thinning: When 3″ tall, thin to 1 every 18″
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