Opopeo Amaranth

60 days. Beautiful, large, red, upright flower spikes and bronze-green foliage make this Mexican heirloom a real knockout in the vegetable garden. Tasty leaves are tender when picked young. Easy to grow from seed. From Opopeo, Mexico.

• 60 Days
• Full Sun
• Sprouts in 3-4 Days
• Ideal Temperature: 65-90 Degrees F
• Plant Spacing: 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.