When to Plant Amaranth in Zone 8
In USDA zone 8a, plant outdoors April 8 to May 28, and expect your first harvest around May 28. (8a shown here — see 8a and 8b dates separately below.)
Amaranth planting calendar for USDA Zone 8a
Average last spring frost
April 1
Average first fall frost
November 10
Direct sow
Apr 8
Projected first harvest
May 28
Amaranth is ready to harvest in about 50 days, needing roughly 223 frost-free days in zone 8a.
Amaranth planting calendar for USDA Zone 8b
Average last spring frost
March 20
Average first fall frost
November 20
Direct sow
Mar 27
Projected first harvest
May 16
Amaranth is ready to harvest in about 50 days, needing roughly 245 frost-free days in zone 8b.
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Varieties to grow
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Common problems with amaranth
What to watch for, with identification and treatment for each
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