Amaranth 'Opopeo'

Amaranthus cruentus

How to grow Amaranth 'Opopeo'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Opopeo is generally regarded as a tender plant, so remember to wait until your soil is warm and the night time temperature is well above freezing before moving outside. Opopeo needs a soil ph of 5.5 to 7.0 (weakly acidic soil - neutral soil).

Growing Opopeo from seed

For optimal germination, soil temperature should be a minimum of 15°C / 59°F.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Opopeo about 28 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting Opopeo

Opopeo is tender, so ensure you wait until all danger of frost has passed in your area before considering planting outside.

Harvesting Opopeo