Amaranth 'Hot Biscuits' is a real eye-catcher with its upright, bushy, cinnamon- to copper-colored flower clusters and light green leaves. This annual amaranth survives dry and hot periods very well, so it can be used in lush bouquets for weeks and even dried.

Details :
Sowing indoors/greenhouse: From April
Sowing outdoors: From May
Germination time: 10-14 days at 21°C
Sowing depth: Cover with a maximum of 0.5 cm of soil

Height: 100-120 cm
Planting distance: 50 cm
Flower size: 40 cm
Flowering time: June to September

Soil: Permeable soil
Fertilization: With compost
Location: Sunny
Water consumption: Medium

Growing tips :
The long panicles of amaranth can become very heavy. For this reason, we recommend supporting it. Since amaranth is sensitive to frost, it should only be planted outdoors when night frosts are no longer expected.

Use :
cut flower
dried flower

Bag contents :
Approx. 400 seeds
Store in a cool, dry place.