Amaranth, Hopi Red Dye

90 days. 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.

• Full Sun
• Sprouts in 3-4 Days
• Ideal Temperature: 65-90 Degrees F
• Plant Spacing: 6"
• Plant Height: 4-6'
• Frost Hardy: No
• Amaranthus cruentus

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.