Amaranthus, Green Amaranth, Pigweed, Redroot Amaranth, Wild Beet 'Fotete'

Amaranthusretroflexus

Genus
Amaranthus (am-uh-RANTH-us)
Species
retroflexus (ret-roh-FLEKS-us)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Spacing
12-15 in. (30-38 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Vegetables
Water Requirements
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
Direct sow as soon as the ground can be worked
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Parker, Colorado

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

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