Orach- Red Plume

Description

Orach 'Red Plume' is an eye-catching variety of orach, also known as mountain spinach, known for its vibrant red, plume-like leaves. This unique plant offers both beauty and practicality, making it an excellent choice for ornamental gardens, vegetable beds, or edible landscapes. Red Plume not only adds a striking visual element to your garden with its colorful foliage, but it also provides tender, nutritious leaves that can be used in a variety of dishes, from salads to cooked greens.

Key Features:

• Bold Red Foliage: The striking red leaves of Red Plume provide an eye-catching, ornamental feature in any garden.
• Edible and Nutritious: The leaves are tender and edible, offering a mild, spinach-like flavor that can be used in salads, soups, and stir-fries.
• Fast-Growing: Orach is a quick grower, allowing for an early harvest of nutritious greens within 6-8 weeks.
• Versatile Use: This variety is perfect for both culinary uses and as a decorative plant in the garden.
• Low Maintenance: Red Plume is hardy and easy to grow, thriving in various soil types and requiring minimal care.
• Attracts Pollinators: The plant attracts beneficial insects such as bees, enhancing the biodiversity of your garden.

Specifications:

• Plant Type: Annual
• Height: 24-36 inches
• Foliage Color: Red to purple, plume-like leaves
• Soil Type: Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Watering Needs: Regular watering to maintain consistent moisture
• Harvesting Time: Ready to harvest in 6-8 weeks from sowing
• Uses: Ideal for edible gardens, mixed borders, and ornamental displays

Planting Instructions:

1. Direct Sowing: Sow seeds directly outdoors after the last frost date, or start indoors for an earlier harvest.
2. Choose a Sunny Location: Ensure the area receives full sun or partial shade for optimal growth.
3. Soil Preparation: Prepare well-drained soil, adding organic matter if necessary to improve fertility and drainage.
4. Seed Spacing: Sow seeds 1-2 inches apart and cover lightly with soil. Thin seedlings to 12-18 inches apart for proper growth.
5. Watering: Keep the soil evenly moist, but avoid waterlogging.
6. Harvesting: Begin harvesting the young, tender leaves once the plant reaches about 6-8 inches tall. Continually harvest to encourage fresh growth throughout the season.