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Marog Seeds

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Marog Seeds: A Nutritious, Spinach-Like Green

Marog, also known as Amaranthus, is a leafy green vegetable with small green leaves that can be used as a spinach substitute. This nutritious plant is easy to grow and offers a quick harvest, making it an excellent addition to your vegetable garden. Marog is rich in vitamins and minerals, perfect for soups, salads, and stir-fries.

Why Grow Marog?

  • 🥗 Spinach Substitute: The small green leaves of Marog are tender and can be used just like spinach in a variety of dishes.

  • 🌱 Quick Harvest: With a harvest time of just 30-45 days, you’ll enjoy fresh, nutritious greens in no time.

  • 🌞 Warm-Weather Crop: Thrives in sunny conditions, making it ideal for growing during the warmer months.

Optimal Growing Conditions:

  • Sowing Time: Best sown from spring to autumn for optimal growth.

  • Sow Depth: Plant seeds at a depth of 2 mm for proper germination and root development.

  • Spacing: Space plants 25 cm apart in rows to allow for healthy growth and good air circulation.

  • Germination: Expect seeds to germinate within 7-14 days in warm soil, at temperatures between 20-30°C.

Garden Uses and Culinary Ideas:

  • Cooked Greens: Use Marog leaves in place of spinach for stir-fries, soups, stews, and curries for a nutritious, mild-flavoured green.

  • Salads: Harvest young, tender leaves for use in fresh salads, adding a mild and earthy flavour.

  • Sustainable Gardening: Marog is easy to grow and provides a bountiful harvest in a short time, making it a great option for sustainable and home gardens.

Care Tips:

  • Watering: Keep the soil evenly moist to ensure tender leaves and steady growth.

  • Feeding: A light application of a general-purpose fertilizer can help promote lush foliage, especially in poor soil conditions.

  • Harvesting: Begin harvesting leaves as soon as the plant is 20-30 cm tall. Pick the outer leaves first, allowing the plant to continue growing for multiple harvests.

Enjoy the Benefits of Growing Marog:

Marog is a fast-growing, nutritious green that adds versatility to your garden and your kitchen. Whether you’re using it as a spinach alternative or enjoying it fresh, Marog is a rewarding crop that provides a healthy, steady harvest.

Ready to grow your own nutritious leafy greens? Plant Marog seeds today and enjoy fresh, spinach-like leaves in as little as 30 days!

Plant Information

Plant Type: Annual

Scientific Name: Amaranthus spp

Growing Information

General Sowing Time: Spring to Autumn

Position: Sun

Sow Depth: 2 mm

Spacing: 25 x 25 cm

Germination: 7-14 days

Days to Harvest: 30 - 45 days

Temperature: 20- 30° C

Seed Quantity

5g raw seed: Approx 7 500 seeds

20g raw seed: Approx 30 000 seeds

100g raw seed: Approx 150 000 seeds

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