Red Garnet Amaranth, Sprouts

Red Garnet Amaranth Sprouting Seeds Seed

Ruby seedlings create a dramatic edible sprout
Versatile plants also yield greens, flowers, and grain
Colorful shoots bring contrast to salads and garnishes
Mature seed heads can attract beautiful garden birds

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Key Attributes

Botanical Name

Amaranthus cruentus

Days to maturity

7 Days

Sun

Full Sun

About Red Garnet Amaranth, Sprouting Seeds Seed, Sprouting Seeds Seed

The Red Garnet Amaranth is a beautiful sprout that has many uses! The Red Garnet Amaranth can be used as a sprouting seed, cooked green or allowed to flower for a dramatic display in the garden or grow it for grain! Some folks share this grain with the birds attracting beautiful buntings, goldfinches and other flying jewels.

Growing details

Planting

Sow Depth

No Soil

Days to Germination

2 Days

Plant profile

Maturity

Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Life Cycle

Annual

Growth Habits

Upright

Seed & variety

Seeds Per Ounce

35,000

Seed Type

Seed

Before Planting

Use seed specifically labeled for sprouting, potable water, and a thoroughly cleaned and sanitized jar, tray, or sprouter. Work in a clean area away from raw foods and standing water. Review the seed’s soaking time before starting, discard damaged seed, and sanitize seed when recommended for food-safety risk reduction.

Planting

After the crop-specific soaking period, drain sprouting seed thoroughly and spread it evenly in the sanitized sprouter. Rinse with potable water at the recommended frequency, draining completely after every rinse so seed never sits in standing water. Maintain the temperature and light conditions appropriate for the crop. Sprouts are harvested as a dense batch and are never thinned.

Watering

Rinse sprouts with potable water at the crop-specific frequency, usually two or more times daily. Drain completely after every rinse; standing water and excess warmth encourage spoilage and microbial growth.

Fertilizer

Do not fertilize sprouting seeds. The seedlings rely entirely on nutrients stored within the seed, and added fertilizer creates unnecessary food-safety and contamination concerns.

Harvesting

Harvest sprouts when they reach the desired crop-specific length and development stage. Complete a final potable-water rinse, drain extremely well, remove excess hulls when appropriate, and refrigerate promptly.

Tips

Sanitize equipment between every batch and use seed specifically labeled for sprouting. Rinse with potable water, drain completely, refrigerate promptly, and discard sprouts showing slime, discoloration, or unpleasant odor.

Pests & Diseases

Sprouting conditions also favor Salmonella, pathogenic E. coli, and other microbes that may already be on seed. Use only seed produced for edible sprouts and follow validated sanitation procedures. Clean equipment and potable water do not guarantee safety; refrigerate promptly, discard slimy batches, and cook sprouts for greatest risk reduction.