When and how to plant amaranth

1. Planting time

Amaranth can be planted in spring or autumn, but it is best planted around March or April in spring because the temperature at this time will help the seedlings to germinate. Due to the relatively low temperatures in the south, the treatment can be carried out in early March; while in the north it is best to wait until April. If it is grown in a greenhouse, it is usually done one month in advance.

2. Planting Method

1. Soil selection: It has good adaptability to growth and does not have too high requirements for the soil. However, in order to allow it to grow better, try to choose soil with strong drainage ability, and break up large granular soil before planting.

2. Seed selection: After purchasing the seeds, you can sow them directly. It is best to germinate them before sowing, so that the germination rate will be higher. Soak the purchased seeds in warm water for 4-5 hours, then take them out, mix them with clean fine sand, and stir them evenly.

3. Sowing: Sow the seeds in the soil and cover them with a layer of fine soil with a thickness of 0.5 cm. No need to water them. They will germinate in about 3 days. Untreated seeds will take a week to germinate.