Amaranth - Cascade Mix

Growing and Harvest Information

Plant Type:  Annual

Height: 1.1m (40")

Sun: Full

Sow: Indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost or directly into prepared beds after the last frost.  Succession sow 3-4 times, 3 weeks apart for continuous blooms.

Transplant: Harden off and transplant after last frost

Days to Maturity: 65-75 days

Plant Spacing: 30cm (12")

Pinch Yes

Vase Life: 7-10 days

Potential Harvest Yield: 3-5 stems per plant

Harvest Tips:  Harvest upright varieties when seed heads are about three-quarters open. Harvest cascading varieties when the tassels begin to elongate. Remove foliage so the spikes and tassels are more visible. 

Approximate Seeds per Packet: 100