{"product_id":"amaranth-seeds-hong-kong-red","title":"Amaranth Seeds - Hong Kong Red","description":"\u003cp\u003e35-40 Days to maturity. \u003cem\u003eAmaranthus tricolor\u003c\/em\u003e. Hong Kong Red Amaranth Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated, edible amaranth seeds. This crop is suitable for garden plots, raised beds, and containers. Hong Kong Red is a fast-growing Chinese spinach-type amaranth with round-to-oval purple leaves and narrow, bright green margins. Produces tender, nutrient-dense greens for stir-fries, soups, and braising in as little as 4-6 weeks. ~49,000 seeds\/oz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.trueleafmarket.com\/pages\/the-vegetable-growing-guide-from-true-leaf-market\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDownload Free Vegetable Growing Guide PDF\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!--attr--\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cem\u003eAmaranthus tricolor\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 35-40 days for full-size bunching; 20-30 days for baby leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Germination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7-14 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeding Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.25 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Sow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, after danger of frost when soil is warm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart Indoors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optional; 3-4 weeks before transplanting in cool-summer regions, transplant gently to avoid root disturbance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-10 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRow Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-18 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-30 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10-18 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, bushy plants with colorful, broad leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loose, fertile, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter; pH 6.0-7.5.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warmer 70-85 F\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70-85 F\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun (tolerates very light partial shade)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests and Diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally trouble-free; monitor for flea beetles, leaf miners, and aphids. Avoid waterlogged soils to reduce root and stem rots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHong Kong Red Leaf Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Round to oval purple leaves with narrow bright green margins and colorful stems\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHong Kong Red Flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mild, nutty, spinach-like flavor; young leaves are especially tender and sweet, becoming more robust and slightly earthy with age\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stir-fries, soups, braising, steaming, sautéing, and baby-leaf salads; suitable for microgreens when densely sown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarden Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Garden Plot, Raised Bed, Containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate Tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heat tolerant and fast growing in warm weather; not frost tolerant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--endattr--\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Hong Kong Red Amaranth in the Vegetable Garden\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHong Kong Red is a warm-season leafy amaranth that thrives in summer heat when many leafy greens struggle. Direct sow 0.25 inch deep after the danger of frost has passed, when the soil has warmed, spacing seeds 1-2 inches apart in rows 12-18 inches apart. Once seedlings are a few inches tall, thin to 6-10 inches apart, using the thinnings as tender baby greens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a sunny site with loose, fertile, well-drained soil. Keep the seedbed evenly moist until germination, then water regularly but avoid soggy conditions, which can cause root issues. Amaranth is relatively drought-tolerant once established, but steady moisture and a light layer of mulch help produce the most succulent leaves. Excessive nitrogen can cause very lush growth with slightly coarser texture, so aim for moderate fertility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvesting of Hong Kong Red Amaranth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin cutting baby leaves and tender tips when plants reach 6-8 inches tall, usually about 20-30 days after sowing. Harvest individual leaves or cut leafy stems above a node to encourage branching and repeated picking. For one-time harvests, cut whole plants at the base around 35-40 days after planting, while the stems are still tender.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHong Kong Red’s purple leaves with bright green margins cook down to a deep, rich color in the pan. Rinse well, then stir-fry quickly with garlic, sauté with oil, or add to soups and broths near the end of cooking. Light cooking softens the slight raw astringency and brings out the mild, nutty, spinach-like flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Hong Kong Red Amaranth Garden Seeds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHong Kong Red is a Chinese spinach-type edible amaranth selected for vivid purple foliage, narrow green leaf margins, and vigorous, productive growth in warm climates. It fits into the long tradition of Asian amaranth greens, often known as yin choy or Chinese spinach, grown for tender, nutrient-dense leaves in hot weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its fast 35-40 day maturity and decorative coloring, Hong Kong Red works beautifully in both kitchen and ornamental beds. Plants can be harvested repeatedly for baby greens or allowed to grow into small bushes for full-sized bunches, offering a dependable source of iron-rich, vitamin-packed leafy greens through the warmest part of the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTips From Our Gardeners\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Think of Hong Kong Red as your summer spinach. Direct sow once the soil is warm, thin gradually and eat the thinnings, then keep plants well-watered but not waterlogged. Frequent light harvests of tender tips will keep plants branching, productive, and flavorful all season long.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"width: 20.7517%;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" height=\"89\" width=\"89\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/files\/jerry-sawyer-compressed.jpg?v=1653940293\" alt=\"Jerry Sawyer\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"width: 75.2483%;\"\u003e \u003cem\u003e- Jerry Sawyer, True Leaf Market Writer\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eHong Kong Red Amaranth Seeds Per Package:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e3 g Packet - Approximately 5,100 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1oz - Bulk - Approximately 49,000 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e4 oz - Bulk - Approximately 196,000 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 lb - Bulk - Approximately 784,000 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e5 lb - Wholesale - Approximately 3,920,000 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e25 lb - Wholesale - Approximately 19,600,000 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNon-GMO Hong Kong Red Amaranth seeds are available for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.trueleafmarket.com\/pages\/shipping-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast Free Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e on qualifying orders.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kitazawa Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"3 g Packet","offer_id":44702668030067,"sku":"83548","price":3.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":44702668062835,"sku":"83047","price":12.05,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":44702668095603,"sku":"83048","price":28.92,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":44702668128371,"sku":"83049","price":85.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 lb","offer_id":44702668161139,"sku":"83050","price":328.41,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"25 lb","offer_id":44702668193907,"sku":"83051","price":1314.81,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/files\/1774629075_amaranth_hong_kong_red_comp_41af250b-c767-4794-be6c-e3e6f04b0b6b.jpg?v=1775526484","url":"https:\/\/store.trueleafmarket.com\/products\/amaranth-seeds-hong-kong-red","provider":"True Leaf Market","version":"1.0","type":"link"}