Amaranthus cruentus

Ornamental | Cuttflower + Dye Plant | 90 Days to Maturity

Wonderful ornamental amaranth with branching spikes of burgundy. Used as a dye plant creating pink textiles and paper. Leaves are also edible and very nutritious. They are best harvested at a young state if eating raw and before flower if steaming or sautéing. This variety is not recommended as a grain amaranth however we have not tried popping it. Let us know if you do!!

• Approx 400 seeds/packet

Grown by Vibrant Earth Seeds, Cortez CO.