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Chinese Giant Orange · Amaranth

Zone 6b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Chinese Giant Orange to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsDirect Sow
Last FrostApr 25th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsApr 25th
Harvest BeginsJul 24th
Harvest EndsOct 16th

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 DepthSurface
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)60
Min Night Temp (°F)50
Harden Off (days)Not Required
Expert Note: Direct-sow after soil warms and keep the stand well weeded early—these tall, heavy-seeding types need early competition control for maximum grain yield.