{"product_id":"amaranthus-tricolor-molten-fire","title":"Amaranthus Tricolor Molten Fire","description":"\u003cp\u003eAmaranthus Tricolor produces red, yellow and green leaves that give a pure and magnificent look to your garden. The yellow, red and green striping leaves are edible and contain nutrients with a slightly tangy spinach-like taste. Amaranthus tricolor thrives in warm weather and full sun and it blooms from summer to fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size grow bag is best for Amaranthus?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e9 x 9 (W*H)\u003cbr\u003e12 x 12 (W*H)\u003cbr\u003e15 x 12 (W*H)\u003cbr\u003e15 x 15 (W*H)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmaranthus Tricolor Growing Season In India\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Amaranthus tricolor is an annual flowering plant that cannot grow in extremely cold weather. Amaranthus is fond of warm weather to thrive and early spring (January to February) is the perfect time to sow amaranthus seeds.\u003cbr\u003e• In northern India, seeds can be sown from April to June and in southern India, amaranth can be planted from August to December.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow To Grow Amaranthus Tricolor Torch\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAmaranthus tricolor grows best by the seedling transplantation method. You can also sow the amaranthus seed directly in a container, pot or garden. Amaranthus tricolor germinates best in warm weather and temperatures between 18-24°C.  For planting amaranthus flowers you need a pot or grow bag at least 30-45cm deep and 30-45cm wide with good drainage holes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmaranthus Tricolor Molten Fire Seeds Sowing Method \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• To plant Amaranthus tricolor seeds, take a pot or grow bag and fill it with potting mix. Spread the amaranthus seeds on the soil and press them gently with your hands as it requires light to germinate so place the pot in a sunny location. Water the soil through a watering can and keep the soil moist. Amaranthus tricolor seeds germinate for about 7-14 days, they can germinate early or late depending upon growing conditions. \u003cbr\u003e• If you planted Amaranthus tricolor in seedling trays, transplant them when the seedlings are about a few inches tall. But before transplanting, harden them for a week to give them a favorable environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer For Amaranthus Tricolor \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdd organic fertilizer (cow manure or vermicompost) during the amaranthus growing season for their healthy growth. You can also apply a well-balanced liquid fertilizer before blooming and after the flowers have faded. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmaranthus Tricolor Plant Care Tips \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoil : You can use well-drained, fertile and rich soil with a pH of 6-7.5. Although amaranthus flowers can grow in normal soil, do not use soil with poor drainage as this can cause root rot.\u003cbr\u003eWater : Amaranthus is a drought-resistant flowering plant but does require ample water. Water regularly during their young stage and once they are established keep the soil moist and do not allow them to dry out.\u003cbr\u003eSunlight : Amaranthus tricolor prefers full sunlight but needs some afternoon shade in the hottest month of summer. Do not plant amaranthus in full shade otherwise, the plant will not grow well. \u003cbr\u003eTemperature : Amaranthus likes warm weather to thrive and cannot tolerate temperatures below 4°C. The optimum growing temperatures for amaranthus flowers are 21-29°C.\u003cbr\u003eCommon pests and diseases : Pests such as aphids, slugs and snails feed on amaranthus flower plants, in addition, the plants are infected with powdery mildew and fungal leaf spot disease. Use a spray of neem oil on amaranthus plants to get rid of these pests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmaranthus Tricolor Blooming Time \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Amaranthus tricolor plant blooms after 2-4 months (60-120 days) from sowing.  \u003cbr\u003e• Usually, amaranthus tricolor blooms from summer to fall. \u003cbr\u003e• You can cut the beautiful amaranthus flower and decorate it in a vase, it will easily stay fresh for a long time. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Hobbit Land","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43754025582626,"sku":"HOBFS019ATMF","price":199.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/7155\/8690\/files\/AmaranthusTricolorMoltenFire.jpg?v=1745127001","url":"https:\/\/www.thehobbitland.in\/products\/amaranthus-tricolor-molten-fire","provider":"The Hobbit Land","version":"1.0","type":"link"}