AMARANTH ‘Red’ Microgreen Seeds
Botanical Name: Amaranthus tricolor
- Red Amaranth microgreens add a vibrant pop of color to your dishes with their stunning red stems and delicate green leaves.
- A popular choice with restaurants and cafes for garnishing and adding visual appeal to plates.
- These microgreens offer a mild, earthy flavor and are packed with nutrients, making them perfect for salads, sandwiches, and other gourmet dishes.
- Delicate and beautiful, Red Amaranth microgreens are easy to grow both hydroponically and in soil, with no need to pre-soak seeds.
How to Grow Red Amaranth Microgreens
- Sow Rate: 2.5 – 5 grams per small punnet-sized growing tray.
- Pre-Soak: No pre-soaking required.
- Growing Medium: Can be grown in soil or hydroponically.
- Temperature: Ensure growing space remains around 24°C; growth may be stunted if temperatures drop below 22°C.
- Germination Time: 2 – 3 days
- Watering: Keep soil moist but not waterlogged. Avoid direct harsh sunlight and ensure adequate moisture throughout the growing process.
- Weighting: No weighting needed for Red Amaranth microgreens as they are delicate.
Growing Instructions for Soil:
- Add 3-4 cm of soil to your growing tray and flatten it evenly.
- Sprinkle the seeds evenly across the surface of the soil and lightly water them.
- Keep the tray in a warm location to encourage germination and growth.
Harvest:
- Harvest time is approximately 14 days, though it can take up to 24 days during cooler months. Cut the microgreens close to the root for best results.
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