Plant family

Amaranth family (Amaranthaceae)

Season Overview

Sowing

1ST YEAR

Details

Light requirement

Sunny

Water requirement

Moist

Soil

Medium (loamy)

Plant distance

60 cm

Row spacing

Not specified

Seeding depth

Not specified

Instructions

Description

This leafy vegetable, native to Brazil, is a great addition to your garden beds as a perennial. Botanically, the plant belongs to the amaranth family and falls into the category of lettuces and leafy greens. Thanks to its perennial nature, you can enjoy it for a long time.

Origin:

Brazil

Growing tips

When planting, be sure to leave a generous spacing of 60 cm between plants. Since this leafy vegetable is a perennial, it’s best to choose a location where it can remain permanently. Plan the space in the garden bed ahead of time so the plant can thrive.