{"product_id":"red-stripe-leaf-amaranth-seeds-500-seeds-edible-greens","title":"Red Stripe Leaf Amaranth Seeds – 500 Seeds, Edible Greens","description":"\u003cp\u003eBring a warm-season leafy green to your kitchen garden with Red Stripe Leaf Amaranth. Grow tender young leaves for salads or harvest larger leaves for stir-fries, soups, and other cooked dishes, much like spinach.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackage: 500 seeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm-season annual grown for edible leaves and tender shoots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreen foliage with red markings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for vegetable beds, raised beds, and roomy containers with drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA spinach-like leafy vegetable, not true spinach.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeeds for planting only; live plants and harvested greens are not included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSowing Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect sow after the last spring frost, once soil has warmed to at least 65°F. Warm soil around 70–85°F supports germination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a sunny spot with fertile, well-drained soil. Work in finished compost and rake the surface fine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow thinly about 1\/8 inch deep, cover lightly, and water gently.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the seedbed evenly moist, not soggy. Seedlings commonly emerge in 5–14 days under warm conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThin plants to approximately 6–12 inches apart, with rows about 12–18 inches apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor a continued supply of young leaves, sow small batches every 2–3 weeks while warm growing weather remains.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide full sun. Light afternoon shade can help in very hot, dry conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly to keep growth steady and leaves tender. Avoid prolonged drying out or waterlogged soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove weeds while plants are small. Add a light mulch after seedlings are established, keeping it away from stems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse compost or a balanced vegetable fertilizer according to its label; avoid excessive feeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck young leaves for chewing insects and aphids. Use methods labeled for edible crops and follow harvest intervals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo climbing support is needed. Protect plants from frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHarvest \u0026amp; Kitchen Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePick young, tender leaves as plants become established. Leave enough foliage and the growing tip for continued growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest tender shoot tips to encourage branching, and remove developing flower heads when growing primarily for leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash harvested leaves thoroughly. Use tender young leaves in salads and cook larger leaves like spinach.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest regularly before leaves become tough. Refrigerate promptly after picking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSeed Disclaimer\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGermination is affected by temperature, environment, and planting techniques. We sell seeds only and do not guarantee 100% germination.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AMERICAN GROWN SEED","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67756672287085,"sku":"ASOS-VEVE-V002-7","price":9.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1033\/5181\/2461\/files\/1_cf1f4f88-750a-447a-a573-45779bdd4c5c.png?v=1792602318","url":"https:\/\/americangrownseed.com\/es\/products\/red-stripe-leaf-amaranth-seeds-500-seeds-edible-greens","provider":"AMERICAN GROWN SEED","version":"1.0","type":"link"}