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Tropical Amaranthus Seeds
Oncrop Product Highlights
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Brand: Oncrop Agro Sciences (Home-a-garden Series)
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Variety: Tropical Amaranthus / Decorative Amaranthus
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Striking Foliage: Features intensely colorful, vibrant red, yellow, and green foliage that adds instant tropical drama to any garden or terrace.
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Make in India: 100% home-grown seed stock conditioned for Indian climate and soil conditions.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Details |
| Scientific Name | Amaranthus tricolor / Amaranthus cruentus |
| Category | Ornamental Leaf Seeds / Home Garden |
| Sowing Season | Spring through Summer (Thrives in warm weather) |
| Sunlight | Full Sun to Partial Shade (Bright sunlight enhances leaf colors) |
| Germination Rate | 80%+ tested quality |
| Germination Time | 4 to 10 days |
| Maturity / Peak Color | 45 to 60 days after sowing |
Planting & Care Instructions
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Soil Preparation: Mix equal parts garden soil, vermicompost, and coco peat for light, well-draining soil.
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Sowing: Broadcast the tiny seeds gently on the surface or sow 0.25 cm deep. Lightly press into the soil.
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Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist using a light mist spray. Avoid waterlogging.
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Spacing & Pinching: Thin seedlings to 8–10 inches apart to allow the colorful foliage to expand fully.
Why Choose Oncrop Tropical Amaranthus?
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Heat & Drought Tolerant: Thrives easily in hot Indian summer weather with minimal fuss.
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Low Maintenance: Highly resilient plant requiring low upkeep—great for beginner growers.
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Versatile Decor: Perfect for edge borders, garden beds, and balcony containers for high contrast.