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Burgundy Amaranth Seeds
Burgundy Amaranth Seeds
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These majestic plants make a lovely backdrop in the flower garden and a bold statement in flower arrangements. A major crop of the Aztecs, beige seeds follow the dramatic, burgundy plumes in about 105 days; very high in protein and other nutrients. Cook like rice for a side dish or pop like popcorn! Leave the seeds on and watch the birds flock to your yard. Very young leaves are delectable for salads and steaming.
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Variety Info
Family: Amaranthaceae
Native: Probable origin North America
Hardiness: Frost-sensitive annual
Exposure: Full sun
Bloom Period: Summer to frost
Plant Dimensions: 5'–8' tall, 18"–24" wide
Attributes: Cut Flower, Drought Tolerant, Attracts Pollinators, Frost Sensitive
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"
- Brenda M.Verified BuyerRated 4 out of 5 starsOct 6, 20244 Stars
Have have good propagation & growing results
Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate - Belinda T.Rated 4 out of 5 starsSep 12, 20244 Stars
Ocala florida le salen gusanos verdes y se la comen
- Belinda T.Rated 4 out of 5 starsSep 12, 20244 Stars
Siempre tiene gusanos verdes .me gusta el color pero los gusanos le comen todo.
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- CMPVerified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsJun 1, 20235 Stars
Burgundy Amaranth germinates fast, sometimes in a single week, and is a striking red purple color even as a seedling. I planted several seeds in a 4-inch pot, thinned to about 3 plants per pot, then transplanted single plants into 8-inch pots before planting out. A great plant for children to sprout and grow from seed because of the color and fast growth rate. Every seed I planted grew and I ended up giving several plants to a neighbor, who interplanted them with decorative corn. Looks amazing. I have used the same packet for two years.
- GretchenVerified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsApr 7, 20255 Stars
Germination was excellent! This is my first time growing them. I have high hopes. Thanks Botanical Interests for quality seeds.
