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Green Cholai (Amaranth) Seeds – Planting, Care, Maintenance & Quality
How to Plant
- Soil Type: Well-drained, sandy loam or loamy soil enriched with compost. pH: 6.0 to 7.5.
- Sowing Time: Best sown from February to September depending on the region.
- Sowing Method: Sow seeds directly in the soil, 0.5 to 1 cm deep. Do not sow too deep, as seeds are small.
- Spacing: Maintain 20–25 cm between rows and thin seedlings to 10 cm apart.
- Germination Time: Seeds germinate within 3–5 days in warm and moist conditions.
Care Instructions
- Sunlight: Prefers full sunlight for optimal leaf growth.
- Watering: Water lightly and regularly. Avoid waterlogging.
- Fertilization: Apply compost or organic manure before planting. No heavy fertilization required.
- Thinning: Thin out dense seedlings to allow healthy plant development and airflow.
Maintenance Tips
- Weeding: Keep the bed weed-free, especially during the early stages.
- Pest Control: Occasionally affected by leaf-eating insects. Use organic neem-based spray if necessary.
- Disease Prevention: Avoid overwatering and maintain proper spacing to reduce the risk of fungal infections.
- Harvesting: Leaves can be harvested 25–30 days after sowing. For seeds, let plants mature and dry on the stem.
Seed Quality
- High Germination: Quality seeds show over 90% germination under ideal conditio
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