Amaranth

Growth habit

Herbaceous

Perennation

Annual

Biocultural value

Leaves are eaten in salads or cooked like spinach. Young stems are eaten raw or cooked like asparagus.

Location

Robison Herb Garden

Source of plant

Nichols Garden Nursery

Description

Deep burgundy tones bring vibrant color to mixed summer salads. Smaller framed than other culinary amaranths, growing to 3-4' tall. Nutritious seeds are a songbird favorite.

USDA Hardiness Zone

5

Special characteristics

food