Organic Hopi Red Dye Amaranth (Amaranthus cruentus) Annual

Hopi Red's shorter, petite blooms make a delightful addition to summer flower arrangements. This versatile plant is a fantastic source for natural dye, making it a favorite among crafters and artists. Harvest tender greens early for a delicious addition to fresh salads or grind seeds with corn flour for a blast of color in baked goods.

• 150 seeds minimum
• Germination: 7-14 days
• Maturity: 65-90 days
• Bloom time: Later summer-fall
• Sow seeds 1/8” deep in full sun just after last frost or indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost.
• Space plants 12-14” apart.
• USDA Hardiness Zones 3-11
• Annual