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Juice Red · Amaranth

Zone 8a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Juice Red to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsDirect Sow
Last FrostApr 1st
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsApr 1st
Harvest BeginsMay 16th
Harvest EndsNov 5th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 65°F and nights stay above 50°F before moving outdoors.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity45
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitUpright
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)65
Min Night Temp (°F)50
Harden Off (days)Not Required
Expert Note: For the deepest red juice, keep the soil consistently moist and harvest young leaves regularly to encourage new growth.