Red Amaranthus, known as Lal Saag or Lal Chaulai in Hindi, is a striking red-leaved vegetable and one of the fastest-growing greens you can raise in a kitchen garden. This Amaranthus tricolor open pollinated variety grows upright to 30–90 cm, with tender leaves ready for harvest in just 25–35 days.
Beginner-friendly and low maintenance, Red Amaranthus grows well across most of the year, unlike many leafy greens restricted to Winter. It thrives in our Geo Fabric Circular Grow Bags for easy balcony growing.
Direct sow seeds from February to October, spacing seeds 15–20 cm apart in rows 25–30 cm apart. Red Amaranthus pairs well in the garden with Tomato, Brinjal, Okra, and Chilli — see our Okra seeds to grow a classic warm-season combination.
How to Grow Red Amaranthus (Lal Saag)
Red Amaranthus Growing Season in India
Red Amaranthus grows across an unusually wide window in India — Spring, Summer, Monsoon, and Autumn, with sowing possible from February through October. This flexibility makes it one of the most forgiving leafy greens for staggered planting.
How to Grow Red Amaranthus in Pots and Grow Bags
Red Amaranthus can be direct sown in Geo Fabric Circular Grow Bags or shallow containers. - Recommended container size: 9x9 inch or larger, at least 15 cm deep - Spacing: 15–20 cm between plants, 25–30 cm between rows - Sowing depth: 0.5–1 cm, directly into moist soil
Sowing and Germination
Sow seeds directly 0.5–1 cm deep in well-drained soil. Germination is fast, taking just 3–7 days. Since this green matures quickly, sow small batches every 2–3 weeks for a continuous harvest. For India-specific sowing calendars, ICAR's state agricultural university network publishes regional guidance.
Ongoing Care
Water consistently — this fast-growing leafy green dries out quickly in warm weather. Harvest outer leaves first, allowing the center to keep producing, rather than pulling the whole plant. This cut-and-come-again approach extends a single sowing's harvest window by several weeks.
Common Name: Red Amaranthus (Lal Saag / Lal Chaulai)
Vegetable Type: Leafy Vegetable
Fruit Color: Red to Reddish Green Leaves
Plant Lifecycle: Annual
Seed Type: Open Pollinated
Germination Time: 3–7 Days
Days to Harvest: 25–35 Days
Sowing Season: Spring, Summer, Monsoon & Autumn
Best Sowing Months (India): February–October
Harvest Duration: 4–8 Weeks
Plant Height: 30–90 cm
Growth Habit: Upright
Taste Profile: Mild, Earthy
Genus: Amaranthus
Scientific Name: Amaranthus tricolor
Plant Family: Amaranthaceae
Native Region: Tropical Asia
Sunlight: Full Sun to Partial Sun
Water Requirement: Moderate
Soil pH: 6.0–7.5
Temperature Range: 20–35°C
Direct Sow / Transplant: Direct Sow
Plant Spacing: 15–20 cm
Row Spacing: 25–30 cm
Container Friendly: Yes
Beginner Friendly: Yes
Common Growing Problems: Aphids, Leaf Miners, Damping-off, Leaf Spot
Popular Uses: Saag, Stir Fry, Curry, Dal, Soup
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