Hopi Red Dye Amaranth – 50+ seeds

Description

A gorgeous annual 4 to 6 feet tall with long, draping flower heads, this amaranth is a stunner in the garden and has so many uses! **These seeds were harvested in 2023 for 2024 season planting**

*Only available for domestic shipping, thanks for understanding!*

How to grow:
Site Selection: Annual, support of mature plants may be necessary. Plant in well drained soil. Full sun is preferred.

Start seeds: Sow 4-6 weeks before the last frost indoors. Barely cover seed. Bottom water or mist to avoid covering seeds with displaced soil. Transplant outside after last frost. Or, direct seed after last frost, sow thinly, barely covering the seed. When seedlings have first true leaves, thin to 12-15″ apart.

Harvest: Anytime after flowers open.

Processing: Soak entire seed head, stem and leaves in warm to cool water immediately to extract color. Use an acid for best color transfer – see my blog post for more details! Does not color cellulose fibers well. Can also be multipurpose; eat young leaves, eat seeds or pop like popcorn!

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– Organically-grown non-GMO Hopi Red Dye Amaranth Seeds (Amaranthus spp.)
– Color: Bright pinks from the flower spikes, stems and leaves
– Amount: Sold in units of about 50 seed

I test samples of all of my seeds to ensure viability but cannot guarantee growth due to handling and specific conditions. If your seeds don’t grow please contact me and we’ll troubleshoot!

Make sure to look around the shop – there are also dried dye materials, dye kits, dyed skeins and color sets available! Questions about naturally dyed yarn? See the FAQ below!

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Your seeds will ship in the next 3-5 days unless otherwise stated in the listing details. Most ship more quickly!

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-Select the quantity of seeds you want
-Click “Add to cart” button
-Follow the instructions to check out
-Congratulations! You will soon be ready to plant!

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