Amaranthus 'Hot Biscuits'
Amaranthus 'Hot Biscuits'
Amaranthus cruentus
Mostly grown for use as cut flowers these lovely honey coloured seed plumes add lovely texture and height in the garden.
Type : Annual
Position : Sun
Height : 120 cm
Quantity per packet : 100
Growing
Sowing method : Transplant. Sow indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost.
When to plant : October-November
Spacing : 40cm
Depth : Surface sow and very lightly cover
Germination : 7-10 days
Days to maturity : 65-75
Harvesting
When to pick : For fresh, when 3/4 of the flowers are open. For dried, when seed has begun to set and flowers feel firm.
For Dried, Harvest when seed has begun to set and flowers feel firm to the touch. To dry, hang non-trailing varieties upside down. Stand trailing varieties upright in a bucket or other tall container to maintain the draped appearance.
