Easy-to-grow annual plant, with ornamental and edible uses. The leaves are edible both raw and cooked, have a mild flavor.
The Red Orach provides a very striking red foliage. Long, strong stems, of which seed pods grow inside. Rapid growth can reach 2.5m in height.
Needs well drained and rich soils.
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Average germination (%) | 70 |
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Flower colour | Red |
Foliage color | Red |
Germination (in days) | 7-21 |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Life cycle | Annual |
Plant use | Cut foliage, Dried flower, Edges |
Planting distance | 30cm |
Seeds per gram | 454 |
Soil - Moisture | Moist, Well-drained |
Soil - Ph | No preference |
Soil - Type | No preference, Rich |
Sunlight - Exposure | Sheltered, Sun |