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steadycam3 Houston Heights, TX(Zone 9a) Mar 02, 2011

I have trouble growing this seed. I can get it to two leaves, about an inch high and it dies. Ive been starting it the same way I do other seeds and it is the only thing that dies. Anyone have some experience with this? Im trying to grow Early Splendor. TIA Cam

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Farmerdill Augusta, GA(Zone 8a) Mar 03, 2011

Since no one else has replied, I am linking to a standard growing guide for all members of the family. Early Splendor (Amaranthus tricolor) is normall grown as an ornamental, but can be used as a vegetable amaranth ( spinach substitute). They grow like weeds in hot weather. http://www.heirloom-organics.com/guide/va/guidetogrowingamaranth.html http://www.backyardgardener.com/plantname/pda_e640.html

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steadycam3 Houston Heights, TX(Zone 9a) Mar 03, 2011

Thanks, Farmerdill. Maybe my early start of the seeds were not warm enough. There seems to be an emphasis in the article on it's heat loving properties. I have started some more seeds and they are half inch high under the light. I may direct sow some too to hedge my bet. Thanks for your help. Cam

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