Green amaranth

Amaranthus hybridus

perennial1.4×1 mzone 5–12full sun

Profile

Family: Amaranthaceae
Habit: perennial
Height: 1.4 m
Spread: 1 m
Growth: very fast
Lifespan: 1 year
First yield: after 1 year
Hardiness: zone 5–12
Shade tolerance: full sun
Soil: Sand, Silt, Loam
Soil moisture: semi-dry – moist
pH: 5.3 – 8.6
Synonyms: Smooth pigweed, Slim amaranth

Flowering & harvest

	J	F	M	A	M	J	J	A	S	O	N	D
Flowering
Fruit harvest
Leaf harvest

Times apply to the northern hemisphere in a temperate climate and shift with altitude and cultivar.

Uses

Edible1 of 10

Medicinal1 of 10

Other uses1 of 10

Growing

Amaranthus hybridus prefers full sun and well-drained loamy or sandy soils with neutral to slightly acidic pH. It requires regular watering during establishment but is drought tolerant once mature. Sow seeds in spring after frost risk has passed, either directly outdoors or started indoors. Fertilize with compost or manure before planting. Control spontaneous reproduction to prevent invasiveness. Protect from strong winds and provide support if plants grow tall.

⚠️ Hazards

Toxicity: slightly toxic

This is no substitute for expert identification. When in doubt, do not eat it.

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