Amaranthus Cruentus, HOPI Natural Red Dye, AMARANTH Seed, 500+ Heirloom Seeds
Specifications
| All Returns Accepted | ReturnsNotAccepted |
| Climate | Warm, Hot |
| Common Name | Amaranth |
| Color | Red |
| Indoor/Outdoor | Outdoor |
| MPN | None |
| Brand | Heirloom |
| Season Of Interest | Summer |
| Type | Ancient Grain |
| Life Cycle | Annual |
| Watering | Medium |
| Genus | Amaranthus Cruentus |
| Sunlight | Full Sun |
| Features | Edible |
| Cultivating Difficulty | Easy |
| Country/Region Of Manufacture | United States |
Amaranthaceae, Amaranthus cruentus, HOPI Red Dye Amaranth Seeds. Historically, grown as a dye plant by the Southwestern Hopi Nation. This variety has the reddest seedlings of any amaranth, making it a natural for micro-green mixes. Plant has bright red, stems and foliage. Beautiful tall, scarlet, feathery bracts and scarlet-red leaves which adds bright color to any garden, and bite to baby leaf salads. Mature leaves can be cooked in a multitude of ways like kale or spinach. Plants reach 4-6 feet tall and produce beautiful black seeds that are nutritious and easy to process for eating. 21 days baby leaf. 70 days to flower. 110 days to seed. Annual. Auction includes 500+ Heirloom Seeds. Grown organically in a clean environment without pesticides. Feel free to ask questions. Thank you.