Amaranth 'Golden Giant'

Amaranth 'Golden Giant' is a nutritious grain - high in protein and gluten-free. It's also an attractive ornamental. The large plumes of golden-brown flowers bloom from midsummer to fall, and the ripening seeds attract flocks of birds.

Golden Giant amaranth is a heavy producer of delicious, white seeds. This is probably the best amaranth for grain production for home gardeners.

Also known as Amaranthus hypochondriacus. 98-110 days to maturity.

height 7'

Sowing Amaranth 'Golden Giant' Seeds

Sow amaranth seeds outdoors around the last frost date. Or start indoors 4 weeks early. Barely cover the seeds with soil. Thin to 15" apart. Full sun.

Home-grown seeds.