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Amaranthus cruentus 'Hot Biscuits'

Amaranthus cruentus 'Hot Biscuits'

1.100 KWD
1.100 KWD
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400 Seeds

Seeding Amaranthus cruentus 'Hot Biscuits' is a fantastic way to grow a tall, dramatic ornamental plant with striking bronze to cinnamon-colored flower plumes. This variety is highly valued for cut flowers, dried arrangements, and architectural height in flower beds.

Here’s a complete guide to seeding Amaranthus 'Hot Biscuits':

🔥 Amaranthus cruentus 'Hot Biscuits' – Seeding Guide

✅ Quick Overview

Feature Details
Type Annual
Height 100–150 cm (3–5 ft)
Bloom Time Mid-summer to frost
Flower Color Warm bronze, tan, or cinnamon-colored plumes
Use Borders, cut flowers, dried arrangements
Light Full sun

🌱 Step-by-Step Seeding Instructions

1. When to Sow

  • Indoors: 4–6 weeks before last frost

  • Outdoors: After all danger of frost has passed and soil is warm (≥18°C / 65°F)

2. Seed Preparation

  • No stratification or soaking needed

  • Seeds are very small – handle with care

3. Sowing Indoors (Recommended for early start)

Step Instructions
Containers Use shallow seed trays or cell packs
Soil Light, well-draining seed-starting mix
Sowing Depth Surface sow or lightly cover (1–2 mm) – needs light to germinate
Temperature 20–24°C (68–75°F)
Germination Time 7–14 days
Water Mist gently to avoid displacing seeds

4. After Germination

  • Thin or pot up when seedlings have 2–3 true leaves

  • Provide bright light to prevent leggy growth

  • Harden off for 7–10 days before transplanting outdoors

5. Transplanting Outdoors

  • Spacing: 30–45 cm (12–18 in) apart

  • Location: Full sun, sheltered from strong winds

  • Soil: Well-draining, moderately fertile (too rich = floppy plants)

☀️ Growing Conditions

Factor Best Practice
Sun Full sun (6–8+ hrs/day)
Soil Average to light soil; well-drained
Water Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
Fertilizer Optional: light feeding during early growth

✂️ Care Tips

  • Stake if grown in windy areas

  • Deadheading not necessary, but can tidy up plants

  • Harvest flower plumes when fully open for fresh arrangements

  • Hang to dry upside down in a cool, dark, dry place for dried use

🌾 Bonus: Seed Saving

  • Let some flower heads mature and dry on the plant

  • Cut and shake seeds from the flower heads

  • Note: Amaranthus readily self-seeds in mild climates


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