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Red Amaranth Microgreens — Microgreens

65-75days to harvest

2-3days to germinate

Z3–11USDA zones

Easydifficulty

HeirloomContainer friendly

Sowing

Soak seeds 4-6 hours, then sow densely on growing medium. Cover lightly and mist gently.

Cultivation

Sun: Indirect light or grow lights for 12-16 hours daily
Water: Light misting 2-3 times daily, avoid overwatering
Soil: Soilless growing medium or fine potting mix
Soil pH: 6.0-7.0
Spacing: Dense planting, 1-2 seeds per square inch
Height: 1-2 inches
Season: Warm season annual

Appearance & flavour

Colour: Bright magenta-red stems with deep red-green leaves
Size: 1-2 inches tall at harvest
Shape: Small oval leaves on colorful stems
Flavour: Mild, earthy, slightly sweet with tender texture

In the kitchen

Salad garnish, sandwich topping, smoothie bowls, microgreen mix, restaurant plating

Pests, disease & resistance

Pests: Aphids (rare in microgreen stage), fungus gnats
Diseases: Damping off from overwatering, root rot from poor drainage
Resistance: Generally disease-free when grown properly with good air circulation

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Zone	Start indoors	Transplant	Direct sow	Harvest
1	January – December	—	—	January – December
2	January – December	—	—	January – December
3	January – December	—	—	January – December
4	January – December	—	—	January – December
5	January – December	—	—	January – December
6	January – December	—	—	January – December
7	January – December	—	—	January – December
8	January – December	—	—	January – December
9	January – December	—	—	January – December
10	January – December	—	—	January – December
11	January – December	—	—	January – December
12	January – December	—	—	January – December
13	January – December	—	—	January – December

Companion planting

8 beneficial pairings indexed for this variety, 3 to avoid.

LettuceSimilar growing conditions and harvest timing, efficient space utilization

Radish MicrogreensCompatible growth rates and can be harvested together

SpinachSimilar light and moisture requirements, complementary nutrient uptake

ArugulaFast-growing companion with natural pest-repelling properties

Pea ShootsNitrogen fixation benefits soil, compatible growing conditions

CilantroAttracts beneficial insects and repels harmful pests naturally

ChivesNatural fungicide properties help prevent damping-off disease

Kale MicrogreensSimilar nutrient requirements and growing timeline

Avoid

FennelAllelopathic compounds inhibit germination and growth of most plants

DillCan stunt growth through chemical inhibition in close proximity

MintAggressive growth pattern and root secretions can suppress nearby plants

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Calories (per 100 g): 69
Protein (g): 1.5
Fat (g): 0.1
Carbohydrate (g): 17.6
Fibre (g): 5.3
Sugars (g): 8.55
Vitamin A (µg): 5
Vitamin C (mg): 54.1
Calcium (mg): 8
Iron (mg): 1.61
Magnesium (mg): 24
Phosphorus (mg): 47
Potassium (mg): 304
Zinc (mg): 0.31

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Where to buy seed and equipment

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Growing it? There is a full cultivation guide at the microgreens growing guide.

Cultivar facts compiled from public horticultural references including USDA GRIN and NC State Extension. Descriptions are original to this catalogue.

Sowing

Cultivation

Appearance & flavour

In the kitchen

Pests, disease & resistance

Planting calendar by USDA zone

Companion planting

Avoid

Nutrition (per 100 g)

Where to buy seed and equipment

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