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Amaranth

Leaf Amaranth - (Chinese Spinach)

(Amaranthus tricolor)

Fast growing leaf protein, annual to 60cm, valuable for vitamins and minerals. Bright red and green leaves, tasty in salads or like spinach, stems also cooked. Drought-hardy when established. Sow after frost in cooler areas, throughout the year in warmer climates. 50 days.

Seed count: 900/g.

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Packet (450 seeds) $3.70
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10g $9.00
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Amaranth planting information:

When To Plant In Australia
Tropics:Feb-Nov
Subtropic:Aug-Apr
Mild:Sep-Mar
Cold/Frost:Sep-Nov
Seed Sowing
Plant space cm:50
Row space cm:50-75
Depth cm:.5
Best soil temp:16-30 °C
Sow after frost:Yes
 
Other Info
Number of seeds per gram:900
Rate per hectare:1.2kg
Average days to maturity:50

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