Red Garnet Amaranth Seeds – 100 Heirloom Ornamental & Edible Flower Seeds

Red Garnet Amaranth is a striking heirloom plant grown for its deep burgundy-red foliage and dramatic, upright flower plumes. This versatile amaranth adds bold color and height to flower borders, cutting gardens, and edible landscapes. The young leaves and seeds are edible, making it a useful dual-purpose plant for ornamental and kitchen gardens alike.

Plants grow vigorously through the warm season, producing tall stems topped with large, tassel-like seed heads that hold their color well into fall. The flowers attract pollinators and make excellent fresh or dried cut material. Red Garnet Amaranth is easy to grow from seed and performs well in full sun with consistent moisture.

Plant Features

• Heirloom amaranth with deep red to burgundy foliage and flower plumes
• Edible young leaves and seeds for culinary use
• Tall, upright growth habit that adds vertical interest to beds and borders
• Attracts pollinators and provides long-lasting cut flowers
• Grows well in warm weather and tolerates a range of garden soils

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Amaranthus tricolor
• Plant Type: Annual
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Growth Habit: Upright, tall stems
• Bloom Season: Summer to fall
• Mature Height: 3 to 5 feet
• Spacing: 12 to 18 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow Red Garnet Amaranth seeds directly in the garden after the last frost, or start them indoors 4 to 6 weeks before the last expected frost date. Press seeds lightly into the soil surface and keep them moist, as light aids germination. Thin or transplant seedlings to 12 to 18 inches apart once they are large enough to handle.

Provide full sun and regular watering, especially during dry spells. Amaranth is relatively low-maintenance once established, but tall plants may benefit from staking in windy areas. Harvest young leaves for salads or cooked dishes, and allow some flower heads to mature if you want to collect seed for next season.

What's Included

100 Red Garnet Amaranth seeds.