Sowing seeds indoors
Starting seeds indoors or in a heated greenhouse is a good way to get plants off to an earlier start than nature normally allows. The key is not to sow too many - think how large they will be in early May, and plan to grow for that size. For ... [... more]
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Amaranthus cruentus
This unusual annual has purplish green leaves, and from summer to autumn, bears tightly packed, red-suffused green flowers that are followed by attractive red-brown or purple seed-heads. The leaves can be eaten like spinach. Sow seeds indoors in ... [... more]
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Amaranthus caudatus 'Viridis'
This unusual-looking annual makes an interesting addition to summer bedding schemes. It produces long, lime-green tassels which dangle almost to the ground. Larger plants may need staking to support the weight of their blooms. Sow seeds indoors ... [... more]
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