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Hopi Red Dye Organic
$8.99 – $579.99
This variety looks spectacular as micro-greens, but it’s also ornamental in the garden, and grows prolific seed heads that are chock full of seeds that can be ground into gluten free flour. Or use the whole plant to create intense red dye as in the Hopi tradition.
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Description
More details about Hopi Red Dye Organic
A. hypochondriacus. Sow Hopi Red Dye Organic Amaranth seeds in the organic vegetable garden, and grow some history. This variety looks spectacular as micro-greens, but it’s also ornamental in the garden, and grows prolific seed heads that are chock full of seeds that can be ground into gluten free flour. Or use the whole plant to create intense red dye as in the Hopi tradition. This is a truly multi-purpose plant. Harvesting Amaranth seeds is easy to do. The luxurious flower clusters make excellent cut flowers, and contrast well with any white flowers in a bouquet. Matures in 21 days to baby greens, 110 days for seeds. (Open-pollinated seeds)-
- Certified organic Amaranth seeds
- Traditional dye variety
- Grow as micro-greens
- Collect gluten free seeds
- Matures in 21-110 days
All About Hopi Red Dye Organic
Latin
Amaranthus sp. (Many species are edible).Family: Amaranthaceae
Difficulty
Easy.
We Recommend:
Burgundy Grain Amaranth (MU551). This variety has very tasty, nutritious immature leaves, but can also be grown to produce grain – and it is very productive in this respect.
Season:
Warm season. Amaranth is very much a summer crop. Exposure: Full sun. Amaranth needs a nice hot summer for its entire growth period of 40-50 days.
Timing
Direct sow in late spring, once night time temperatures are steadily above 10°C (50°F). Optimal soil temperature for germination: 18-24°C (65-75°F).
Starting
Sow seeds 5mm (¼”) deep in well drained soil in full sun. Seeds should germinate in 4 to 10 days. Thin seedlings to 25-35cm (10-14″) apart in rows 50cm (20″) apart.
Days to Maturity
From direct sowing.
Growing
Ideal pH: 6.0-7.5. Keep moist until germinated, and then simply keep the area weeded.
Harvest
Pick baby or mature greens as needed. Simply cut them with scissors as one would with mescluns. The leaves have an appealing, nutty flavour. If growing for seed, choose A. hypochondriacus and provide ample spacing. Seed will ripen in late summer or early fall. Watch for birds visiting the plants. Rub the flower heads between your hands over a bucket or tray. Doing this into paper yard waste bags works well. If the seeds do not fall easily, leave the plants for one more week and try again.
Seed Info
In optimum conditions at least 70% of seeds will germinate. Usual seed life: 3 years. Per 100′ row: 1.5M seeds, per acre: 392M seeds.
Diseases & Pests
Watch for slug/snail damage to young plants. Amaranth is not prone to pest damage.
Companion Planting
Plant with corn to shade the soil and retain water. Amaranth attracts beneficial predatory ground beetles.
How to Grow Amaranth
Step 1: Timing
Direct sow in late spring, once night time temperatures are steadily above 10°C (50°F). Optimal soil temperature for germination: 18-24°C (65-75°F).
Step 2: Starting
Sow 5mm (1⁄4”) deep in well drained soil in full sun. Thin to 25-35cm (10-14”) apart. Seeds germinate in 4-10 days, depending on conditions.
Step 3: Growing
Ideal pH: 6.0-7.5. Keep moist until germinated, and then simply keep the area weeded.
Step 4: Germination
Days to maturity: From direct sowing. In optimum conditions at least 70% of seeds will germinate. Per 100’ row: 1.5M seeds, per acre: 392M seeds.
Step 5: Harvest
Pick baby or mature greens as needed. Simply cut them with scissors as one would with mescluns. The leaves have an appealing, nutty flavour. If growing for seed, choose A.hypochondriacus and provide ample spacing. Seed will ripen in late summer or early fall. Rub the flower heads between your hands over a bucket or tray. Doing this into paper yard waste bags works well. If the seeds do not fall easily, leave the plants for one more week and try again.
Tips!
Watch for birds visiting the plants and for slug/snail damage to young plants. Amaranth attracts beneficial predatory ground beetles. Companion Planting: Plant with corn to shade the soil and retain water.Additional information
| Matures | in 21 days for baby greens, 110 days for seeds |
|---|---|
| Season | Warm season |
| Exposure | Full sun |
| Quantity | 1g, 5g, 20g, 100g, 500g |
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