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Foxtail Amaranth, also known as Red Amaranth, is a striking annual plant known for its vibrant red, feathery flower plumes and nutritious seeds. This versatile plant is perfect for adding dramatic color to gardens and landscapes, as well as providing a healthy grain and leafy green for culinary uses.
Unique Qualities:
Growing Season:Foxtail Amaranth thrives when planted in late spring to early summer, preferring full sun and well-drained soil. It is a heat-tolerant plant that can adapt to various soil conditions.
Time to Harvest:Expect to harvest the seeds of Foxtail Amaranth approximately 90-120 days after planting. The seeds are ready when the flower plumes begin to dry and turn brown. Cut the flower heads and allow them to dry further before threshing to collect the seeds. The young leaves can be harvested and used as a nutritious green throughout the growing season.