SEEDS OF ATRIPLEX HORTENSIS RED PLUME - ORACH RED PLUME
Easy-to-grow annual plant, with ornamental and edible uses.
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.
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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 |
Direct sowing at temperatures of 8ºC night/15ºC day. Lightly cover the seeds and maintain the humidity until germination is completed.
Needs well drained and rich soils.
The leaves are edible both raw and cooked, have a mild flavor.
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Easter 2026
This week we will only be shipping orders on Monday 30 March to ensure that orders arrive before bank holidays.
We will resume deliveries from Tuesday 7 April 2026.
The nursery will be open until Thursday 2 april. If you would like to collect your order or visit us we would be delighted to welecome you from 8 am to 2 pm.
Happy Easter !