Amaranth Seeds - Flower Plant for Home Gardens

Amaranth is a warm-season plant known for its fast growth and versatile use as both a leafy vegetable and seed-producing crop. It develops upright stems with broad leaves and, in some varieties, tall seed heads during the growing season. This plant grows well in warm climates and performs best in full sun with well-drained, fertile soil. Amaranth establishes quickly and is suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and container planting, adapting well to a wide range of conditions. It is commonly grown for continuous leaf harvest as well as seed production in longer growing seasons.

Features

• Fast-growing plant with upright growth habit
• Produces both edible leaves and seed heads
• Suitable for warm and tropical climates
• Adaptable to garden beds, raised beds, and containers
• Supports continuous leaf harvesting

Specifications

• Scientific name: Amaranthus spp.
• Common name (US): Amaranth
• Seed type / variety: Open-pollinated
• Growth habit: Upright, leafy annual
• USDA zones: 2–11 (grown as annual)
• Planting season: Spring to early summer
• Growing season: Warm season
• Sowing Season: February to June
• Germination time and conditions: 4–10 days at 20–30°C
• Sunlight requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Watering needs: Moderate, consistent moisture
• Mature plant size: 30–150 cm height, 30–60 cm spread
• Plant spacing: 30–45 cm between plants