Midnight Red Amaranth | 250 Seeds

Classification: Amaranthus (Heirloom) Pigment: Oxblood | Near-Black Maroon Role: Vertical Contrast Height: 2–3 Feet

A garden composed entirely of green is a failure of imagination. To truly see the landscape, one requires contrast.

The 'Midnight Red' Amaranth provides the necessary shadow. Growing to a respectable height of two to three feet, this heirloom variety produces foliage in a saturated, deep burgundy that borders on black. It functions as a visual void, absorbing light and creating a dramatic "chiaroscuro" effect that makes every neighboring green plant appear more vibrant by comparison.

It is sophisticated, moody, and creates immediate architectural depth in a border that feels flat.

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The Curator’s Notes:

• The Culinary Duality: Do not mistake this for a mere ornamental. It is an ancient food source hiding in plain sight. The young leaves are a superior, earthy alternative to spinach, while the seeds mature into a highly nutritious, gluten-free grain. It feeds the eye and the body with equal efficiency.
• The Palette Cleanser: Use this plant to break up the monotony of a summer garden. Placed behind bright zinnias or cosmos, it acts as a black velvet backdrop that forces the colors to pop.
• Constitutional Vigor: This is a plant that respects your time. It thrives in full sun and tolerates poor soil with stoic indifference.
• The Abundance: Each packet contains approximately 250 seeds. Simply broadcast them over the soil after the frost has passed, rake lightly, and wait for the darkness to rise.