Ruby Red
Specialty Greens · Orach
Open Pollinated
Atriplex hortensis
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Amaranthaceae (Amaranth family) · Genus: Atriplex
Characteristics
Color
PurpleRed
Flavor
Mild
Intended Use
Baby LeafMicrogreensOrnamental
Texture
Tender
Trait
Slow-Bolting / Heat Tolerant
About the Plant
Life Cycle
Annual
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Hardiness
Cool-Season/Hardy
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Exposure
Full Sun, Tolerates Partial Sun
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Moisture
Evenly Moist
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Germination
7–14 days
at 50–85 °F
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Days to Maturity
40 days
Plant Height
4–6 ft
How to Plant
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Start Indoors
Not Recommended / Direct Sow Only
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Direct Sow (Spring)
2-4 Weeks Before Last Frost
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Direct Sow (Fall)
8-10 Weeks Before First Frost
Planting Depth
1/4–1/2 in
Seed Spacing
1–2 in
Row Spacing
18–24 in
Thin To
6–12 in
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Container Friendly
Yes
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Optimal Soil Temp
50–65 °F
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Soil Temp
50–85 °F
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