Amaranth Seeds - 500mg Edible White Light Green Heirloom Vegetable

Amaranth is a versatile heirloom vegetable grown for its edible leaves and nutritious seeds. This variety features light green leaves with white stems, adding a mild, spinach-like flavor to salads, stir-fries, and soups. Amaranth is a warm-season annual that thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it a valuable addition to vegetable gardens and edible landscapes.

With its rapid growth and tolerance of heat, amaranth is an excellent choice for summer gardens. The leaves can be harvested continuously, and the seeds can be collected for grain or replanting. Whether you're an experienced gardener or a beginner, amaranth is easy to grow and rewarding.

Plant Features

• Edible light green leaves with white stems
• Heirloom variety with mild, spinach-like flavor
• Heat-tolerant and fast-growing annual
• Dual-purpose: leaves for greens and seeds for grain
• Attracts pollinators and beneficial insects

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Amaranthus spp.
• Plant Type: Annual vegetable
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Growth Habit: Upright
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 2-11 (grown as annual)
• Mature Height: 3-6 feet
• Spacing: 12-18 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow amaranth seeds directly outdoors after the last frost, when soil temperatures have warmed to at least 65°F (18°C). Scatter seeds thinly and cover lightly with soil, as light aids germination. Keep the seedbed consistently moist until seedlings emerge, typically within 7-14 days. Thin seedlings to stand 12-18 inches apart to allow for mature growth.

Amaranth requires minimal care once established. Water regularly during dry spells, and mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Harvest young leaves for fresh use, or allow plants to mature for seed production. Seeds are ready to harvest when the flower heads dry and seeds rattle inside.

What's Included

500mg of Amaranth seeds (Edible White Light Green Heirloom Vegetable).