Quick facts
- Tall, diversely population
- Mixture of colors
- Pop like popcorn!
Amaranthus sp.
A diverse population we originally got from Siskiyou Seeds. Plants range from 4-8 feet tall and produce massive seed heads. Red, gold, and white seed heads produce tan seeds that pop when placed in a hot skillet like popcorn. Crunchy morsels can be added to salads, granola, or any dish that needs a little extra crunch.
How to grow it:
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Germ Temp |
Indoor Start |
Germ Days |
Frost Tolerant |
Sun |
Seed Depth |
Plant/Row Spacing |
| 60-85F |
5 weeks |
7-14 d. |
No |
Full to part shade |
1/8” |
12”/12” |
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We prefer to start amaranth in pots indoors in early April for planting out in May or June after danger of frost has passed. Alternatively, direct sow after last frost date, covering lightly. Thin to 12 inches between plants. Harvest amaranth heads in August once black seeds start to fall- be sure to cut them before too many fall! Harvest into a bag, beat or stomp on the bags to free the seeds from the head, and use screens or fans to separate seeds from chaff. Seed specs: Packet size- 1/2 g., ~500 seeds
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