Amaranth Seeds - Mira

Amaranth – Mira

~70 Seeds

Amaranth Mira is a striking and elegant plant with deep lavender blooms, dramatically cascading flower tassels that add instant height and texture to any garden. This variety is perfect for gardeners looking to make a bold statement in borders, containers, or cutting gardens. Its vintage coloured blooms attract pollinators, including bees and butterflies, while also making a beautiful addition to dried flower arrangements.

Mira’s sturdy stems and long-lasting flower heads make it ideal for bouquets, both fresh and dried, and its compact growth habit fits beautifully in smaller urban gardens as well as cottage-style beds.

Amaranth Mira is easy to grow from seed and adds an exotic touch without demanding too much special care. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, and with regular watering and fertilizer, will reward you with striking, upright flower spikes all summer. The seeds themselves are edible and highly nutritious, making this plant as functional as it is ornamental—perfect for gardeners who love flowers and superfoods alike.

• Attracts bees and butterflies
• Suitable for cut flowers (bouquets)
• Edible seeds
• Long-blooming and dramatic flower spikes

Plant Details

• Scientific Name: Amaranthus cruentus
• Life Cycle: Annual
• Seed Type: Open Pollinated
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Plant Height: 120 cm (48 in)
• Seed Depth: 0.5 cm (¼ in)
• Spacing: 30–40 cm (12–16 in)
• Bloom Time: Summer to early fall
• Days to Maturity: 90–100 days
• Edible seeds
• Germination: 7–14 days at 21–24°C (70–75°F)

Growing Instructions
Start seeds indoors 4–6 weeks before the last frost or sow directly outdoors after all danger of frost has passed. Lightly cover seeds and keep soil consistently moist until germination. Transplant seedlings or thin to 30–40 cm (12–16 in) apart. Full sun and well-drained soil will produce the best flower spikes. Sturdy stems may benefit from staking in windy areas. Pinch for bushier plants. Tip: remove seed heads at end of season if you do not want self seeding. 

FAQ
Q: Can Amaranth Mira be grown in containers?
A: Yes, it grows well in large, deep containers with full sun and regular watering.

Q: Are Amaranth seeds really edible?
A: Absolutely! Amaranth seeds are highly nutritious and can be harvested and used like a grain for cooking or baking.

Q. Should I pinch my Amaranth plants?
A. Yes, amaranth should be pinched to encourage bushier growth and produce smaller, more manageable stems suitable for cut flowers.