All Red

Family: Amaranthaceae Leafy Green

Velvety, deep all-red foliage unfurls into tender, upright leaves that feel lush and substantial in the hand.

“All Red” delivers a sweet, mildly earthy flavor with a crisp-tender bite—ideal for quick, vibrant harvests at about 35 days. Grow it for bold color in salads and sautés, or for steaming and stir-fry greens that stay richly red as they cook.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 35 DaysHabit: Upright

Planting schedules and alerts are optimized for Columbus (Zone 6b).

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Direct Sow
Last Frost	Apr 25th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Apr 25th
Harvest Begins	May 30th
Harvest Ends	Oct 16th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	35
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Upright
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	75
Min Soil Temp (°F)	65
Min Night Temp (°F)	55
Harden Off (days)	Not Required

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

“All Red” amaranth has that crisp-tender, lettuce-meets-spinach character—sweet enough to eat raw, but sturdy enough to hit a hot pan without turning to mush. Cook it briefly and it keeps its red color while settling into a soft, velvety mouthfeel that plays especially well with bright citrus, salty soy, and sesame.

Best Uses

tossed into salads where the leaves keep their bite and color
quick sauté or stir-fry to build a glossy, lightly caramelized sheen
steam and dress with citrusy vinaigrette for a clean red-green contrast
use as the quick-cook green in grain bowls and noodle dishes

Flavor Profile

sweet, mildly earthy bite crisp-tender snap velvety leaf texture with a gentle vegetal finish stays vividly colored when cooked

Kitchen Pairings

lemon soy sauce garlic-free ginger toasted sesame oil coconut milk feta

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are my All Red plants developing curled, distorted leaves and tiny green insects, and what should I do?

This is commonly caused by aphids, which feed on soft growth and can trigger leaf curl on All Red (a fast crop, so damage shows quickly). Spray the plants with a strong stream of water to dislodge aphids, then apply insecticidal soap or neem every 5–7 days until new growth is clear of insects. Keep weeds down around the bed because they can harbor aphids and slow recovery.

How often should I water All Red during the 30–35 day growing window?

Water to keep the top 1–2 inches of soil consistently moist, not soggy—typically about 1 inch of water per week total, split into 2–3 waterings during warm spells. Check by pressing a finger into the soil near the roots: it should feel like a wrung-out sponge; if it’s dry to 2 inches down, water again. Avoid letting the soil dry out completely and then flood, which can reduce growth and tenderness.

How do I tell when All Red is ready to harvest at about 35 days?

Harvest when the roots are fully colored and reach the variety’s typical size for All Red—check the bed by gently pulling one plant and looking at the red portion at the soil line. If you see tops looking lush but the roots aren’t enlarging, wait a few more days; if roots are getting hard or woody, harvest promptly. For best flavor and texture, pull in the morning and replant any remaining plants back to their original depth.