Looking to elevate your culinary creations and garden aesthetics at the same time? The Chinese Multi-color Amaranth is the perfect choice for you. This vibrant, edible plant brings a splash of color wherever it’s planted, with a stunning mix of red, purple, and green leaves that are not only visually striking but also rich in nutrients.
Whether you’re a chef, gardener, or health enthusiast, this plant offers beauty, versatility, and incredible benefits all in one package.
In addition, the Chinese Multi-color Amaranth is highly nutritious, making it an excellent addition to your meals. The tender leaves and seeds of this plant boast a high content of vitamins A, C, and K, along with essential minerals like calcium, iron, and potassium.
If you’re looking for another wonderful variety similar to this one, try our Malabar Spinach Mix here.
Growing and Variety Information
Family: Amaranthaceae
Grow Type: Annual
Frost Hardy: No
Days to Harvest: Approx. 40-55
Our Grow Process: Non-Isolated (Open-Pollinated)
Plant Size: 4-6 ft
Planting Date: Transplant late spring or early summer after the last frost or direct sow when soil temperatures reach 68 degrees F
Seed Depth: 1/4″
Row Spacing: 6″
Avg. Sprout Time: 5-15 days
Exposure/Ideal Temp: 65-90 degrees Fahrenheit
Variety Origin: Asia
Seed Amount: 20+
