Chenopodium quinoa |
Native Region: South America
Zone Range: 03-10
Preferred Climate: cool temperate
Harvest Date: Sunday 20 September, 2009
Seed count: 30-40
Description:
This grain-like plant produces edible seeds high in complete proteins.
Cultivation:
Sow in containers in a cold frame in spring or outdoors when soil temperatures reach 18-24 degrees Celsius. Thin plants to 12 inches apart. Grow in sandy, well-drained lean soil in full sun. Maturity is 90-120 days. For maximum freshness, please keep seed refrigerated in its original packaging until it is time to plant.
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