Amaranthus Seeds - Pygmys Torch
- Annual and upright growing, with bold and colorful plumes
- Dark summer blooms that appear in the summer, great for containers or direct sowing
- Thrives in bright, sunny growing areas
Fast Facts
About Amaranthus Seeds - Pygmys Torch
Amaranthus hypochondriacus
Buy Amaranth Seeds in Packets or in Bulk
Grow Heirloom Amaranthus - Plant Pygmy's Torch Amaranthus Seeds
Growing a maximum of 16 inches high, Pygmy's Torch is a great choice for nearly any garden space or container! Throwing its bold plumes of color into the air, Amaranthus provides a unique texture to any landscape or floral design.
Fast Facts
About Amaranthus Seeds - Pygmys Torch
Amaranthus hypochondriacus
Buy Amaranth Seeds in Packets or in Bulk
Grow Heirloom Amaranthus - Plant Pygmy's Torch Amaranthus Seeds
Growing a maximum of 16 inches high, Pygmy's Torch is a great choice for nearly any garden space or container! Throwing its bold plumes of color into the air, Amaranthus provides a unique texture to any landscape or floral design.
How to Plant Pygmys Torch Amaranthus
When to Plant Amaranthus
Amaranth can be planted inside or outside in the Spring, but we would recommend starting the seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before your last frost. If you decide to plant outside, wait until the soil is warm.
Where to Plant Amaranthus
Amaranth needs full sun and can be grown in almost any well-drained soil besides dense clay.
How to Plant Amaranthus
Plant your seeds about 10-12 inches apart and cover lightly with soil. They will germinate within 3-4 days if the temperatures are between 60-90 degrees F. When moving your seeds outside, sow them 1.5 to 2 feet apart. Amaranth is drought and heat resistant, so it is only necessary to water once or twice a week during dry periods. For taller plants, add fertilizer once or twice a year or add compost. Amaranth grows between 4 and 6 feet tall but with particularly rich soil with plenty of nitrogen and phosphorous, the plants can get to around 8 feet!
How to Harvest Amaranthus
Amaranth will flower until the first hard frost, so there will be plenty of seeds to harvest! Seeds from the flowers are usually ready for harvest after 3 months. To harvest, shake the flower heads and catch the falling seeds.
Seed Coverage for Amaranthus Seeds - Pygmys Torch
| Amount |
Recommended Coverage |
| Packet |
Up to 80 Sq. Ft |
| 1 Ounce |
Up to 625 Sq. Ft |
| 1/4 Pound |
Up to 2,500 Sq. Ft |
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