Amaranth seeds - Red Garnet - Asian Vegetable

A versatile plant - use as micro-greens or sprouts, young or larger leaves for salads and as a spinach alternative, and grains for consumption or feeding birds. Edible amaranth is also called Chinese Spinach or yin choi. Dark burgundy stems and fuchsia-red tinged green leaves make this variety an excellent choice for microgreens and baby leaf. The plant produces a high yield of tender leaves even in hot weather but will not thrive in cold temperatures.. Perfect for micro greens and adds a spark to salads and as garnish.Matures in 40-50 days. (open pollinated seeds) 1 oz - Approximately 37,500 seeds 4 oz - Approximately 150,000 seeds 1 lb - Approximately 600,000 seeds 5 lb - Approximately 3,750,000 seeds Heirloom non-hybrid and Non-GMODelicious lightly stir-fried or steamed, Amaranth leaves and stems are extremely nutritious delivering protein, iron and calcium, as well as vitamins A and C. Chinese cuisine typically prefers the red-leaf varieties and includes them in soups, sometimes