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Green Amaranth Seeds for Planting

Green Amaranth Seeds for Planting

$16.99 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Prepare well-draining, fertile soil rich in organic matter — loosen soil before sowing.
Sow seeds thinly, about 0.5–1 cm deep (or lightly covered), in rows or scattered for leafy greens.
Space plants about 20–25 cm apart if transplanting; can be closer if leaves are harvested young.
Water gently after sowing and keep soil moist until seeds germinate.

How to Grow

Provide full sun (or at least 6-8 hours sunlight) for robust leaf growth.
Maintain well-draining soil; avoid waterlogging.
Regular moderate watering; extra watering during dry, hot spells helps growth.
Harvest leaves once plants reach a few inches in height; cutting outer leaves encourages regrowth for continuous harvest.

Tips

For frequent leafy harvests — sow in successive batches every 3–4 weeks so you get a constant supply of fresh greens.
Use in place of spinach in recipes — in curries, stir-fries, soups, or sautéed dishes.
If growing in containers or small spaces, prefer early harvesting of young leaves rather than full-size plants.

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Features
life-cycle

Life Cycle

Annual

plant-characteristics

Plant Characteristics

vigorous

growth-habit

Growth Habit

Upright

bloom-season

Bloom Season

warm

flavour-profile

Flavour Profile

Mild

suitable-for

Suitable for

Outdoor

About
Green Amaranth Seeds for Planting
seed-type

Seed Type

Non-GMO

plant-type

Plant Type

Leafy

Amaranth Green Leaf is a well-known leafy vegetable, often called “cheera,” “chaulai,” or “green amaranth.” It is highly valued for its nutritional content — rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants — and for its adaptability to warm climates. The plant is easy to grow, fast-maturing, and yields abundant, tender leaves that can be harvested frequently. As a heat-tolerant leafy green, it is especially appropriate for home gardens and container cultivation in tropical or subtropical regions.

Planting information
planting-season

Planting Season

Spring

fruit-size

Fruit Size

N/A

plant-height

Plant Height

30–60 cm

light-requirement

Light Requirement:

Full Sun

water-needs

Water Needs

Moderate

hardiness-zones

Hardiness Zones

9–11

container-garden

Container Garden

Yes

plant-spacing

Plant Spacing

20–25 cm

planting-depth

Planting Depth

0.5–1 cm

growing-conditions

Growing Conditions

Warm weather

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
Seed Count
100
GTN
036000163506

Frequently Asked Questions

Can green amaranth be harvested as baby leaves?

Yes. The listing notes that leaves can be harvested young and recommends early harvesting in containers or small spaces for tender greens.

How can I keep a steady supply of amaranth leaves?

Sow new batches about every 3–4 weeks. This staggered approach can provide plants at different stages for repeated leaf harvests.

What happens when outer amaranth leaves are harvested?

Cutting outer leaves allows the plant to continue producing new foliage. Regular harvesting can therefore support repeated picking during the growing period.

Can green amaranth replace spinach in cooked dishes?

Yes. The product page suggests using the leaves in place of spinach in dishes such as curries, stir-fries, soups and sautéed preparations.

Is green amaranth practical for a small container garden?

Yes. The listing identifies it as container-suitable and recommends harvesting young leaves early when space is limited.

Does green amaranth prefer cool or warm growing weather?

It is a warm-weather annual. The listing gives hardiness zones 9–11 and identifies warm conditions as its preferred growing environment.