Amaranth Seeds, Hopi Red Dye

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Min. seed count:
100
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Description

A stunningly vibrant ornamental with myriad traditional Indigenous uses. Originally grown as a dye plant by the southwestern Hopi Nation, this variety has the reddest seedlings of any amaranth known. Plants reach 4-6 feet and cut a most striking figure in the garden! The Hopis use the deep red flower bract as a natural dye to color their world-renowned piki bread. The brilliant red dye rendered from its flowers can be used in craft projects and as a natural food dye -- the possibilities are endless. The young leaves are excellent sautéed.

  • 90 days
  • Full Sun
  • Sprouts in 3-4 Days
  • Ideal Temperature: 65-90 Degrees F
  • Seed Depth: 1/8 inch
  • Plant Spacing: 6"
  • Plant Height: 4-6'
  • Frost Hardy: No
  • Amaranthus cruentus

Growing Tips, Tricks and FAQs

Growing Tips

Surface sow seeds directly in the garden after danger of frost, barely covering. Requires full sun. Tolerates heat and drought but does best with average moisture and fertility.   More Amaranth Growing Tips >>

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