Red Leaf Amaranth · 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 | Feb 5th |
| Harvest Ends | — |
Crop Details
Transplant Conditions:
Wait until soil reaches 65°F
and nights stay above 50°F
before moving outdoors.
| 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) | 50 |
| Harden Off (days) | Not Required |
Expert Note: For best red color and tender leaves, transplant only after warm weather (steady nights above cool temps) and keep soil evenly moist.