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Golden Giant Amaranth · Amaranth

Zone 5a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Golden Giant Amaranth to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsDirect Sow
Last FrostMay 8th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 8th
Harvest BeginsAug 6th
Harvest EndsSep 30th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 60°F and nights stay above 50°F before moving outdoors.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity90
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitUpright
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)60
Min Night Temp (°F)50
Harden Off (days)Not Required
Expert Note: For best stands, keep the seedbed consistently moist until seedlings emerge, then thin to final spacing once plants are established.