Flower seeds amaranth "Autumn Fountain", SE. Alt, c/p, 0.1 g

A spectacular annual 80-120 cm high. Burovato-red and green leaves of elongated-ovate shape are in perfect harmony with gigantic panicle inflorescences of a variety of coloring. Amaranth flowering is long, from June to October. The plant is ideal for single and for group plantings, perfectly combining with other decor elements. Cut inflorescences look excellent in compositions made of dried flowers, they can also be used in preservation. Heat and photophilous plant. It prefers sunny areas on fertile drained, sufficiently moistened light soils with a neutral reaction. It does not endure waterlogging. Crops for seedlings are carried out in late March - early April in boxes. Drainage is required! The seeds are mixed with river sand in a ratio of 1:15 and distributed on the surface of a moistened substrate, covered with a layer of soil 1-2 cm on top. The crops are moistened, covered with a film and placed in a warm place, periodically opening for ventilation. The shoots appear after 10-12 days, the shelter is removed, the capacity is transferred to a warm bright place, protecting from direct sunlight. With the advent of the first real sheet, seedlings dive into separate pots. The seedlings are planted in a permanent place when the threat of frost passes, a landing interval of 50-70 cm. It is possible to sow seeds in open ground in late April-early May, when the soil warms up to +6 ° C.