Red Amaranthus – Sigappu Thandu Keerai

Uniqueness: Local Tamil Nadu red-stem amaranth with tender, flavorful leaves and bright maroon stems; rich in iron, calcium, vitamin A and vitamin C, supporting blood health and immunity.

How to grow:

- Best soil: fertile, well-drained loamy soil with compost; pH 6.0–7.0. 

- Sunscreen: partial to full sun (4–6 hours) for best leaf coloration. 

- Watering: keep evenly moist; frequent light watering in hot weather. 

- Nutrients: incorporate compost at planting and side-dress with nitrogen-rich organic feed for lush leaves.

- Companion plants: grow near maize or beans to provide light shade and improve yield.

- Care tips: pinch tips to promote bushy growth; harvest outer leaves regularly to encourage continuous production.

Check our other seeds within this category: Peacock Amaranthus (Mayil Keerai), Sengeerai (Red Keerai), Paruppu Keerai, Gongura RED (Sigappu Pulichai), JAM Pulichai (Green Gongura), Agathi Keerai, Palak Keerai