1 3

Amaranth Molten Fire Seeds - Amaranth Seeds for Home Garden

Amaranth Molten Fire Seeds - Amaranth Seeds for Home Garden

$16.49 USD
$16.49 USD
Sale Sold out

How to Sow and Plant

Direct sow seeds outdoors after the last frost when soil has warmed. For an early start, plant indoors 4–6 weeks before last frost in trays or small pots with quality seed-starting mix. Press seeds lightly into soil, as they need light to germinate.

How to Grow

Plant in full sun with well-drained soil. Water regularly during establishment, then reduce as it becomes drought tolerant. Mulch to retain moisture and control weeds. Support tall stems if needed. These plants thrive with minimal fertilizer; too rich soil can reduce foliage color intensity.

Tips

Attracts bees and butterflies when flowering.

Start indoors early to extend season.

Space plants for good air circulation.

Harvest young leaves for salads or cooking.

View full details
About
Product Information
Features
life-cycle

Life Cycle

Annual

plant-characteristics

Plant Characteristics

Upright

growth-habit

Growth Habit

Upright / Mounding

bloom-season

Bloom Season

Summer

flavour-profile

Flavour Profile

Earthy flavor in leaves

suitable-for

Suitable for

Both

About
Amaranth Molten Fire Seeds - Amaranth Seeds for Home Garden
seed-type

Seed Type

Non-GMO

plant-type

Plant Type

Flower & Edible Greens

Amaranth ‘Molten Fire’ is an ornamental annual known for its striking fiery foliage and dual use as an edible green. Originally introduced in the early 20th century, it adds dramatic vertical interest in garden beds, borders, and containers while attracting beneficial insects. The young leaves are tender and suitable for culinary use, while the plant’s color makes it a focal point in ornamental gardens.

Planting information
planting-season

Planting Season

Spring

fruit-size

Fruit Size

N/A

plant-height

Plant Height

36–60 in

light-requirement

Light Requirement

Full Sun

water-needs

Water Needs

Moderate

hardiness-zones

Hardiness Zones

2–11

container-garden

Container Garden

Yes

plant-spacing

Plant Spacing

10–18 in

planting-depth

Planting Depth

Light Cover / Surface Press

growing-conditions

Growing Conditions

Warm

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
SEED COUNT
100
GTIN
036000192544

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Molten Fire Amaranth a popular ornamental plant?

Molten Fire Amaranth is admired for its vibrant red foliage, upright growth habit, and bold garden presence, making it an eye-catching choice for ornamental borders, landscape plantings, and decorative containers.

Where can Molten Fire Amaranth be grown?

It grows well in flower beds, mixed borders, ornamental gardens, and large containers with fertile, well-drained soil in a location that receives full sun.

Do bees, butterflies, and other pollinators visit the flowers?

Yes, the flowering stems may attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinating insects during the blooming season.

Can Molten Fire Amaranth be used as a landscape focal point?

Yes, its striking foliage color and upright growth make it an excellent feature plant for adding height, contrast, and seasonal interest to mixed garden displays.

Does light pruning help maintain the plant?

Yes, removing faded flower spikes and trimming damaged growth helps maintain a tidy appearance and supports healthy seasonal development under suitable growing conditions.

Does this annual provide long-lasting seasonal interest?

Yes, healthy plants produce vibrant foliage and attractive flowering stems throughout the growing season, adding bold color and ornamental appeal until the end of the season.