Intense Red · Amaranth
Planting Schedule
Add Intense Red to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Indoors | May 18th |
| Last Frost | Jun 15th |
| Transplant / Direct Sow Outdoors | Jun 15th |
| Harvest Begins | Aug 4th |
| Harvest Ends | Jul 15th |
Crop Details
Transplant Conditions:
Wait until soil reaches 55°F
and nights stay above 40°F
before moving outdoors.
Harden off for 5 days first.
| Trait | Value |
|---|---|
| Days to Maturity | 50 |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Support Needed | None |
| Planting Depth | Normal |
| Germination Temp (°F) | 70 |
| Min Soil Temp (°F) | 55 |
| Min Night Temp (°F) | 40 |
| Harden Off (days) | 5 |
Expert Note: For the darkest pigment, keep soil evenly moist and avoid severe heat after transplanting—shade cloth can help in warm spells.