{"product_id":"amaranth-chinese-multicolor-spinach","title":"Amaranth Seeds, Chinese Multicolor Spinach","description":"\u003cp\u003e(\u003cem\u003eAmaranthus tricolor\u003c\/em\u003e). A heat- and drought-tolerant green in spectacular splashes of color! This leafy “spinach” amaranth is popular in Asia, eaten raw, stir fried, or steamed. It is known as bireum in Korea and as xian cai in China. Recent research has shown that amaranth in Asia is identical to that of amaranth in the Americas, and it has been proven to have existed in Asia for millennia. For some, the presence of amaranth in Asia is considered a living piece of evidence that pre-Columbian transatlantic trade indeed happened. This is by far the most tender and sweetest amaranth for edible greens, making for vibrant and delicious salad. The young leaves are a perfect spinach substitute; the intricately colored leaves are juicy and succulent. This is the go-to “green” for midsummer when all others have bolted, and can be harvested just 30 to 40 days from sowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Tips: \u003c\/strong\u003eChinese Multicolor Spinach amaranth is a warm-season green that likes hot, sunny conditions. This fast-growing, heat-tolerant plant prefers full sun exposure and well-drained, fertile soil. While it can tolerate poorer soil conditions, providing ample nutrients and maintaining consistent moisture will enhance its growth and yield. This variety of amaranth is drought-resistant to a degree but benefits from regular watering, especially during dry spells. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59511036936478,"sku":"AM105","price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/2280\/5022\/files\/amaranth_chinese_multicolor_spinach.jpg?v=1782394117","url":"https:\/\/www.rareseeds.com\/products\/amaranth-chinese-multicolor-spinach","provider":"RareSeeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}