Amaranthus cruentus "Velvet Curtains"

Suitable as a cut flower and as a stylish addition to a bouquet.

Sow indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost and plant out after the risk of frost has passed.
Amaranth can also be direct sown in the garden when all risk of frost has passed.

Feel free to top the Amaranth when the plant is 20-25cm tall to encourage branching.

Perfect as a cut for both fresh and dried bouquets.
Harvest when at least 3/4 of the flowers on the inflorescence are open and when the stems and flowers feel firm.

Please note that our seed bags are delivered in Swedish!


Quantity: approx. 500 seeds

Light preference: Sun

Height: 120-150 cm

Plant spacing 30-40 cm

Color: Dark red/violet

Sowing depth: Light germination

Sowing time: 4-6 weeks before the last frost

Sowing to harvest: 65-75 days

Germination time: 7-10 days

Lifecykle: Halfhardy Annual