Burgundy Amaranth is a striking plant that brings both beauty and utility to the garden. This versatile variety is known for its vibrant burgundy leaves and showy seed heads, making it a standout addition to ornamental landscapes and edible gardens alike. The burgundy amaranth plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, adapting well to various climates while providing a reliable and generous harvest. Not only is burgundy grain amaranth visually stunning, but it also offers a flavorful crop. Its seeds are quick to grow and can be used as a gluten-free grain alternative in a variety of recipes, from porridge to baked goods.
Variety Details
Plant type: Tender Annual
Growth habit: Upright
Crop category: Vegetable
Kitchen profile: Not only is burgundy grain amaranth visually stunning, but it also offers a flavorful crop.
Recorded feature: Open-Pollinated
Product format: Seed packet
Sowing & Growing
Soil Temperature: 65-75°F
Planting Depth: 1/4 inch
Germination: 7-14 Days
Height At Maturity: 4-6 feet
Days To Maturity: 60-90 Days
Sun/Shade: Full Sun
Spacing After Thinning: 12-18 inches
Use the product-specific sowing figures for Burgundy Amaranth as the starting point, then adjust timing to local soil temperature and frost conditions. Prepare the bed before planting, preserve the recorded spacing, and evaluate moisture at root depth instead of following a universal calendar. Watch development as the stated maturity window approaches and harvest at the size, texture, or color preferred for the crop. Label the row with the sowing date so actual performance can inform future plantings.
Before sowing Burgundy Amaranth, review the packet alongside the current product details and note any range in temperature, germination, or maturity. Ranges reflect biological and seasonal variation rather than a fixed promise. Label each planting with its date and location, then compare emergence, growth, and harvest with local weather. This record is useful for succession plantings and for deciding whether the crop fits better into an earlier or later seasonal window.
