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Amaranth Pygmy Torch Seeds - Amaranth Seeds for Home Garden

Amaranth Pygmy Torch Seeds - Amaranth Seeds for Home Garden

$16.79 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Sow seeds ¼ inch deep in seed trays or directly in well-draining soil. Keep soil moist for uniform germination. Thin seedlings to 6–8 inches apart to allow proper growth.

How to Grow

Plant in full sun with fertile, well-draining soil. Water moderately to maintain moist conditions. Mulch to retain soil moisture and encourage tender leaf growth.

Tips

Regular harvesting promotes continuous leaf production.

Monitor for pests such as aphids. Rotate crops to maintain soil health.

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Features
life-cycle

Life Cycle

Annual

plant-characteristics

Plant Characteristics

Vibrant red stems

growth-habit

Growth Habit

Upright

bloom-season

Bloom Season

Warm Season

flavour-profile

Flavour Profile

Mild

suitable-for

Suitable for

Outdoor

About
Amaranth Pygmy Torch Seeds - Amaranth Seeds for Home Garden
seed-type

Seed Type

Non-GMO

plant-type

Plant Type

Vegetable

Amaranth Pygmy Torch is a nutrient-rich leafy vegetable with striking red stems and lush green foliage. Perfect for home gardening, it adds vibrant color to your beds or containers while providing continuous, healthy harvests. Fast-growing and easy to maintain, this variety is ideal for salads, stir-fries, and cooking. Its ornamental appearance combined with high productivity makes it a popular choice for gardeners seeking both beauty and nutrition in one leafy vegetable.

Planting information
planting-season

Planting Season

Spring / Early Summer

fruit-size

Fruit Size

Medium Leaves

plant-height

Plant Height

18–24 in

light-requirement

Light Requirement

Full Sun

water-needs

Water Needs

Moderate & Consistent

hardiness-zones

Hardiness Zones

4–10

container-garden

Container Garden

Yes

plant-spacing

Plant Spacing

6–8 in

planting-depth

Planting Depth

¼ in

growing-conditions

Growing Conditions

Warm & Moist

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
SEED COUNT
100
GTIN
036000147865

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Pygmy Torch Amaranth a popular garden plant?

Pygmy Torch Amaranth is admired for its compact growth, vibrant ornamental flower spikes, and attractive foliage, making it a colorful addition to flower beds, borders, and mixed garden plantings.

Where can Pygmy Torch Amaranth be grown?

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

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

Yes, the colorful flower spikes may attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinating insects during the blooming season.

Can Pygmy Torch Amaranth be grown in containers?

Yes, its compact growth habit makes it well suited for containers, patio planters, balconies, and other small-space gardens where it adds vibrant seasonal color.

Does removing spent flower spikes help maintain the plants?

Yes, trimming faded flower spikes helps keep plants looking tidy and may encourage continued ornamental display under suitable growing conditions.

Does this annual provide long-lasting seasonal interest?

Yes, healthy plants produce colorful flower spikes and attractive foliage throughout the growing season, adding lasting texture and ornamental appeal to gardens and container displays under suitable growing conditions.