Amaranth, Culinary Mix (Amaranthus cruentus)

With 1-2 ft seed heads this mix of red, orange and white amaranth is sure to yield a lot of delicious grain!  Amaranthus cruentus has long been valued around the world as both a food and a cultural plant, and this culinary variety lives up to that reputation. Its young, mineral-rich leaves can be cooked like spinach, while its tiny, protein-packed seeds have traditionally been used as a grain-like staple in porridges, flatbreads, and ceremonial foods across Central and South America, Africa, and Asia.

This vigorous annual thrives in full sun and warm conditions, producing dramatic plumes of seed heads that attract both pollinators and songbirds. Whether grown as a striking ornamental or a nutritious food crop, its adaptability to a wide range of soils adds to its visual splendor, giving Amaranthus cruentus a lively and purposeful presence in any landscape.