Amaranth Microgreens

hardNutritiousMold ProneSlow Grow

Beautiful magenta-colored microgreens with a mild, earthy flavor. Amaranth is visually striking and highly nutritious, though it requires careful attention to moisture levels to prevent mold.

Quick Stats

Seed Density

15g per 1020 tray

Soak Required

No

Stack / Blackout

3-4 days stacked, 1-2 days blackout

Germination

24 hours

Days to Harvest

12-14 days

Humidity Dome

No

Growing Instructions

1

Preparation

  • Prepare your tray with your chosen growing medium (soil, coco coir, or hemp mat). Moisten evenly.
2

Sowing

  • Spread 15g of seeds evenly across a 1020 tray.
  • For a 1010 tray, use 8g. For a 5x5 tray, use 2g.
3

Germination

  • Stack trays or cover for 3-4 days.
  • Keep in blackout for 1-2 days.
  • Seeds should germinate within 24 hours.
4

Growing

  • Move to light after germination. Provide 6-8 hours of direct light daily.
  • Water from the bottom to avoid wetting leaves.
5

Harvest

  • Harvest in 12-14 days when stems are 1.5-2 inches tall.
  • Cut just above the soil line with clean scissors.

Tips

  • *Watch for mold — ensure good airflow and avoid overwatering.

What you need to grow Amaranth

10 Variety Pack Microgreens Seeds

Survival Garden Seeds

Budget-conscious beginners who want variety without breaking the bank

$18-227/10

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