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SEED TYPE : Non-Hybrid, Open Pollinated And Non-GMO
SOWING TIME : Recommended For Year Round Sowing Except Dec-Feb As The Plant Is Susceptible To Cold Temperatures
PLANT CHARACTER : Preferring Warm Temperatures, Amaranth Has Long Straight Stems With Long Lasting Flowers
LEAF CHARACTER : Medium Sized Green Leaves With Burgundy Red Overlay
HARVEST: 48-56 Days After Planting, Pick Individual Leaves And Chaff The Seeds As Needed
About:- Amaranth or Amaranthus is a tropical and sub-tropical seasonal crop categorized as a leafy vegetable, cereal, and also as an ornamental plant. Resembling spinach in looks and artichoke in taste, the red leaf amaranth is full of nutritional benefits that surpass most of its green leafy counterpart. It is naturally gluten-free and is also a great addition to gluten-free dishes. It also comprises the amazing protein lysine and comes packed with all the other essential amino acids too.
PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS:-
GROWING REQUIREMENTS:-
PESTS: The plants are vulnerable to Tarnished plant bug and Amaranth weevil. The pests swarm around the growing seed heads and suck the fluid out, they can stunt the seed production. The weevils are a 2-stage threat with the larvae chewing on the roots and the adults going after the leaves.
SOIL: Amaranthus needs soil with a pH ranging between PH 4.2 to 9.1. It grows well in well- drained soil rich in Nitrogen and Phosperous
SPOT: Amaranthus prefers warm climate with six to eight hours of full sun
WATERING: Water the plant regularly, with small quantities of water every morning. Amaranth is fairly drought-tolerant.
TEMPERATURE: Amaranth germinates best at soil temperatures around 25 degree celsius (72 degree F)
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