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Amaranth ‘Heart Leaf’

Amaranthus mangostanus

seeds only available to PSW members – limit of 2 packets of this variety

  • annual plant to 80cm; leaves have red heart shapes in centre
  • eat young leaves fresh or cook as spinach
  • sprout seed or grow as microgreens
  • edible seed eaten like poppy (or similar) seeds

NOTE: If the price is reduced, the seed has passed its best-by date.
Best-by date, germination rates, and growing information are in “Additional Information”.

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Description

Amaranth ‘Heart Leaf’ is an annual plant to 80cm. Leaves have red heart shapes in centre. Eat young leaves fresh or cook as spinach. Sprout seed or grow as microgreens. Seed can also be eaten like poppy (or similar) seeds. Seeds feely, but is easy to remove if growing where not wanted. Often sold in Australia as “Red Amaranth”.

Additional information

Best By

Mar-28

germination rate - current stock

0% (Sept 2024)

Packet Quantity

50 seeds

Lifecycle

annual

Sowing Months

September; October; November; December

Method

sow direct or raise seedlings

Depth to Sow

1-2mm

Germination

7-14 days

Distance Apart

50cm

Harvest

100 days