Amaranth - Amaranthus cruentus 'Velvet Curtains'
Details :
Sowing indoors/greenhouse: From April
Sowing outdoors: From May
Germination time: 10-14 days at 21°C
Sowing depth: Cover with a maximum of 0.5 cm of soil
Height: 100-150 cm
Planting distance: 50-75 cm
Flower size: 60 cm
Flowering time: June to October
Soil: Permeable soil
Fertilization: With compost
Location: Sunny
Water consumption: Medium
Growing tips :
The long panicles of amaranth can become very heavy. For this reason, we recommend supporting it. Since amaranth is sensitive to frost, it should only be planted outdoors when night frosts are no longer expected.
Use :
cut flower
dried flower
Bag contents :
Approx. 400 seeds
Store in a cool, dry place.