{"product_id":"amaranth-seeds-red-leaf-hu-hsien-kz","title":"Amaranth Seed Packet - Red Leaf - Hu Hsien","description":"\u003cp\u003e45-70 days to maturity\u003cem\u003eAmaranthus tricolor\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Hu Hsien’. Red Leaf Amaranth Seeds. Non-GMO, Heirloom. Annual. Amaranth is originally from the tropics of multiple continents; today, it is grown globally. The plant produces a high yield of tender leaves and vigorous growth in warm temperatures. Amaranth will tolerate hot, dry, and moist conditions but will not thrive in cold temperatures. All Amaranth plant leaves are nutritious and edible. However, Hu Hsein Red Leaf Amaranth has particularly delectable leaves. As the plant ages, the flavor intensifies. About 15,000 Seeds \/ Oz.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--split--\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAmaranth Seeds - Red Leaf - Heirloom\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003c!--attr--\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cem\u003eAmaranthus tricolor\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Hu Hsien’\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 45-70 days\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Germination:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 7-14 Days\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeding Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e1\/8-1\/16”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e12-36 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRow Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e24-48 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e14-40’\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e Erect, branching tender-leafed bush. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sandy, light and fertile soil. Will tolerate acidic soils. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 60-90℉\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Preference:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade (More sun is needed in colder climates).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests and Disease:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid water on the leaves and remove any impacted plant matter promptly. Damping off, brown rust, tarnished plant bug (\u003cem\u003eLygnus lineolaris\u003c\/em\u003e), leaf spot, caterpillars, stem borers, and wet rot have been reported in various parts of the world at different times. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e Red Leaf Amaranth Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This variety has large, light green leaves with red a red center and veins. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e Amaranth Flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The flavor is often described as similar to spinach or artichokes with a distinctive ‘twang’. \n \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--endattr--\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eOther Common Names:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Chinese Spinach xian cai, hiyu-na, edible amaranth, spinach, bayam, calaloo, klaroen, tampala, in tsoi, Java hahrensoh, or yin choi. \n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Grow Red Leaf Amaranth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow seeds after the last frost in a warm, sunny location. The time of year does not matter as much as the available temperature and light. Amaranth can be sown by broadcasting and thinned during growth. Keep soil moist. Fertilizer is not usually needed, especially nitrogen fertilizer, as the soil will accumulate excess nitrates. Keep the area weed-free. Grows well in containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmaranth can be grown between tall or climbing crops such as gourds or beans; this provides a bit of heat and shelter. Unnecessary transplanting and root handling can cause premature flowering, decreasing the edible quality of the leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvesting Red Leaf Amaranth\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plant can be harvested at serval stages: microgreens, 4” tall seedlings, an entire immature plant, or individual leaves off a mature plant. All are used similarly but the texture and flavor intensity change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCulinary Tips\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse stir-fry, soup, and fresh in a salad. The leaves and stems can be eaten. If the stems are older or thick, peel them or chunk them into segments about 1-2” long and cook them before consuming. Delightful when paired with mint flavoring. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSeeds Per Package\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 g packet - Approximately 1,000 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--split--\u003e","brand":"Kitazawa Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"3 g Packet","offer_id":49234935054573,"sku":"58085","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/6048\/0493\/files\/TLCN-59891-Amaranth_Red_Leaf_-_Hu_Hsien.webp?v=1767989353","url":"https:\/\/tlmwholesale.com\/products\/amaranth-seeds-red-leaf-hu-hsien-kz","provider":"True Leaf Wholesale","version":"1.0","type":"link"}