AMARANTH - GRAIN

AMARANTH - GRAIN

$3.80
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(Amaranthus hypochondriacus)  Originating with the ancient Aztecs.  Hardy plant to 1m with both leaf & grain used in salads, and cooked dishes.  Higher in protein (18%) than wheat or rice.  Easy to grow.  Direct sow.  110-150 days.  3500 seeds

Harvest:  When seeds start to drop from plant, lay on tarp or plastic sheet, or in hessian bag and leave to dry for 1-2 weeks.  Shake or pull seeds from stem & winnow in a light breeze or in front of a fan. 

 

(AncientGrains00829)

SKU AncientGrains00829
Shipping Weight 0.0010kg
Shipping Width 0.010m
Shipping Height 0.010m
Shipping Length 0.010m

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