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Jamaican Callaloo Seeds for Planting - Green Amaranth

Jamaican Callaloo Seeds for Planting - Green Amaranth

$16.99 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Prepare well-draining, fertile soil, enriched with compost or organic matter.
Sow seeds directly outdoors when soil is warm — depth approx. 0.25–0.5 inch (6–12 mm).
Space plants about 6–12 inches (15–30 cm) apart to allow healthy leaf growth.
Water gently after sowing and keep soil consistently moist until germination. Maintain regular moisture thereafter.

How to Grow

Provide full sun to partial shade; 6–8 hours sunlight helps in optimal leafy growth.
Maintain well-draining soil and avoid water-logging; compost-rich soil helps nutrient supply.
Keep soil consistently moist — especially important in warm climates; mulch can help retain moisture.
Harvest outer leaves regularly to encourage new growth; frequent harvesting supports continuous yield

Tips

Sow in succession every 2–3 weeks to maintain a steady supply of fresh leaves throughout the warm season.
Suitable for container gardening — ideal for patios or small spaces if container is sufficiently wide and has good drainage.
Avoid planting in cold or frost-prone periods — Callaloo prefers warm, tropical/subtropical weather.

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Product Information
Features
life-cycle

Life Cycle

Annual

plant-characteristics

Plant Characteristics

Upright

growth-habit

Growth Habit

leafy

bloom-season

Bloom Season

Late Summer

flavour-profile

Flavour Profile

Mild

suitable-for

Suitable for

Outdoor

About
Jamaican Callaloo Seeds for Planting - Green Amaranth
seed-type

Seed Type

Non-GMO

plant-type

Plant Type

Leafy

Callaloo, commonly known as green amaranth, is a nutritious leafy vegetable widely eaten in Caribbean and tropical cuisines. Its leaves are rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, and its mild, spinach-like flavour makes it a versatile ingredient for a variety of dishes. This variety matures quickly — you can harvest fresh leaves within 3–5 weeks of sowing — making it ideal for continuous harvesting cycles. Its fast growth and tolerance to heat and humidity make it a great fit for warm climates or container gardens, even for beginner gardeners.

Planting information
planting-season

Planting Season

Spring

fruit-size

Fruit Size

Leafy

plant-height

Plant Height

30–45 cm

light-requirement

Light Requirement

Full Sun

water-needs

Water Needs

Moderate

hardiness-zones

Hardiness Zones

7–11

container-garden

Container Garden

Yes

plant-spacing

Plant Spacing

6–12 inches

planting-depth

Planting Depth

6–12 mm

growing-conditions

Growing Conditions

Warm weather

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
Seed Count
100
GTN
036000176957

Frequently Asked Questions

How can succession sowing extend the Callaloo harvest window?

The page recommends sowing new batches every 2–3 weeks during the warm season to maintain a more continuous supply of young leaves.

Can Callaloo be grown in a container on a patio?

Yes. Container growing is listed as suitable when the container is sufficiently wide and has good drainage.

What happens when Callaloo leaves are harvested regularly?

Removing outer leaves encourages new growth and supports continued production during the warm growing period.

Why is warm soil important when sowing Callaloo?

Callaloo is a warm-season plant. Sowing into warm soil supports establishment, while cold or frost-prone conditions are less suitable.

How much space does each Callaloo plant need for foliage growth?

The page recommends about 15–30 cm between plants, giving the upright leafy growth room to develop.

Can partial shade be useful for Callaloo in hot climates?

Yes. The page lists full sun to partial shade, allowing some protection from intense heat while maintaining bright growing conditions.