Variety originated in Mexico. Simply a beautiful looking edible plant! Colourful leaves can be used fresh or cooked. The plant can be left to mature and the seeds harvested for grain. Plants grow to 2 m (66) in height. Matures in 90-120 days.
How to Grow
Sow seed direct in a sunny spot when the soil reaches 21C (70F) or start indoors 3 weeks before plant out time. Germination occurs between 1020 days.
Planting Depth: 3 mm (1/8). Seed Spacing: 5 cm (2). Thin to: 45 cm (16). Row Width: 60 cm (24)
COMMENTS: Young leaves harvested at 20-30 days are mild tasting and tender, perfect for fresh mixed greens salad. Mature seed heads are a favourite target of both native and fall migrating birds. 1,400 seeds per gram.
