{"product_id":"eternal-cover-300-jamaican-callaloo-seeds-edible-amaranth-heirloom-from-jamaica","title":"ETERNAL COVER 300 Jamaican Callaloo Seeds – Edible Amaranth Heirloom from Jamaica","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover Eternal Cover's Jamaican Callaloo seeds, a true Jamaican organic heirloom that brings edible amaranth greens to your kitchen. The leaves are tender and variegated with red and green hues, while the stems add color and character to every plate. Designed to perform in hot, dry, or moist conditions, this versatile green offers flexibility for a range of garden settings and culinary ideas while yielding harvests of greens and seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrow with Confidence\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis seed set outlines a straightforward growing journey from warm soil to a bountiful harvest. Expect a warm-season germination window, easy direct sowing, and a generous yield that can enrich both garden beds and kitchen prep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal germination window: 3–10 days when soil temperatures reach 60–90 degrees Fahrenheit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil and depth: plant seeds 3\/8 inch deep and thin to 6–18 inches apart for robust leaf growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant height: mature plants reach 3–6 feet, delivering a leafy focal point in any bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeed density: roughly 50,346 seeds per ounce, enabling multiple plantings or sharing with friends.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDirect sow after soils warm up. The seeds are very fine, so you can mix them with a carrier like sand or coffee grounds to help even distribution. Lightly rake to cover for best soil contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater strategy: Amaranth is drought-tolerant once established; water when topsoil dries for steady growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil preference: Loam or silty loam supports vibrant leaf development and sturdy stems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvesting greens: pick greens young for salads or quick sautés; you can harvest the whole plant if desired.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeed harvest: once flowers turn to seed, cut the stalk, cure in a sunny spot, then shake and sieve to separate seeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUsage \u0026amp; Flavor\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the leaves in salads, wraps, or stir-fries for a color-rich, spinach-like bite. The greenery shifts from light yellow-green to deep green and red as it grows, adding visual appeal to plates and garden borders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNotes: The information reflects planting data and typical handling steps as possibilities, not guarantees. Results will vary with climate, care, and garden conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What can I grow with Eternal Cover Jamaican Callaloo seeds?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: They yield edible greens and seeds; leaves suit salads and stir-fries, while seeds can be stored after drying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How do I plant and harvest?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Direct sow after soil warms; lightly cover; germination in 3–10 days; harvest greens before flowering or seeds after flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Eternal Cover","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45814960193722,"sku":"B073P78VJ6","price":35.83,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/3536\/8890\/files\/eternal-cover-callaloo-seeds-variegated-leaves.jpg?v=1777453005","url":"https:\/\/gardencanada.ca\/products\/eternal-cover-300-jamaican-callaloo-seeds-edible-amaranth-heirloom-from-jamaica","provider":"Garden Canada","version":"1.0","type":"link"}