Description: 4-oz worth of Edible Amaranth Red Stripe Leaf Seeds; 紅莧菜; a.k.a. Chinese Spinach; heirloom non-GMO. Pool purchase among gardening friends & save $$$This heirloom Chinese/Taiwanese variety is a staple food in many Asian cultures, super easy to grow. Some growing tips:•Prepare the veggie bed with lots of organic matters such as compost, work the soil at least 4" deep, 6" would be even better. •Direct sowing when overnight low is above 50F, or 2-4 weeks after the last frost. Amaranth loves heat, sun & humidity. •Do not over-seed, as 1-oz of seeds can cover 500+ sqft area easily •Used phased approach, cultivate a subplot every two weeks, to continue the harvest throughout the summer •Cover the seeds with 1/4” fine soil; ready to harvest in just 35 to 45 days. •Water in the morning rather than in the evening, as caterpillars and slugs love the moisture •If too many seedlings, thin out the crowded area and eat them as stir fried baby greens, make soup, or add them to ramen noodles. Free Shipping via USPS First Class with Tracking Number, with quantity discount.
Price: 28.95 USD
Location: Chicago, Illinois
End Time: 2024-11-01T02:39:21.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Type: Vegetable Seeds
Features: Edible
Color: Red
MPN: XC11
Vegetable Type: amaranth
Common Name: Spinach
Brand: Pan-Asia Heirloom
Season of Interest: Summer
