Illumination · Amaranth
Planting Schedule
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| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Indoors | Direct Sow |
| Last Frost | Jan 1st |
| Transplant / Direct Sow Outdoors | Jan 1st |
| Harvest Begins | Mar 12th |
| Harvest Ends | Dec 31st |
Crop Details
Transplant Conditions:
Wait until soil reaches 65°F
and nights stay above 50°F
before moving outdoors.
| Trait | Value |
|---|---|
| Days to Maturity | 70 |
| Sun Requirements | ☀️ Full Sun |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Support Needed | None |
| Planting Depth | Normal |
| Germination Temp (°F) | 70 |
| Min Soil Temp (°F) | 65 |
| Min Night Temp (°F) | 50 |
| Harden Off (days) | Not Required |
Expert Note: Grow in full sun and only after warm weather settles; keep soil moderately fertile because excessive nitrogen can reduce the flame-like gold/red bracts.