Amaranth Seeds – Red Stripe Leaf

Red Stripe Leaf Amaranth is a vibrant and fast-growing plant, prized for its striking red-striped leaves and adaptability. This variety grows well in warm climates, producing lush foliage with ornamental and culinary appeal. Its tender leaves are valued in diverse garden settings, from small backyard plots to larger landscapes. Easy to cultivate, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil.

Features and Specifications:

• Plant Type: Amaranth (Red Stripe Leaf variety)

• Growth Habit: Upright, bushy growth with ornamental red-striped leaves

• Height: Typically 2–4 feet tall

• Light Requirements: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil

• Watering: Moderate, consistent moisture preferred

• Season: Warm season crop; best grown in late spring through summer

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 2–11 (grown as an annual in cooler zones)

• Planting Months:

  • Zones 2–5: Start indoors in late spring; transplant outdoors after frost (May–June)

  • Zones 6–8: Direct sow outdoors from April to June

  • Zones 9–11: Direct sow from February to April, and again in late summer (August–September)

• Days to Maturity: 40–60 days for leaves

• Uses: Ornamental landscaping, edible leaves, container gardening