Seed Type: Desi, Native, Non-Hybrid, Open Pollinated and Non-GMO
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Common Name
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Amaranthus Tricolour
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Quantity
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150 Seeds |
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Germination Percentage
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85-90
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What Is Amaranthus Tricolour? — Know Your Flower
Amaranthus Tricolour (తోటకూర in Telugu | चौलाई in Hindi) is an annual, 40–80 cm ornamental foliage plant known for its stunning mix of red, yellow, and green leaves that resemble a natural colour burst. Native to tropical Asia, it has adapted beautifully to Indian climates and is widely grown for decorative garden beds and edible leafy use. Seedvanam.
Why Amaranthus Tricolour Is Perfect for Indian Home Gardens
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Why Grow
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Detail
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Climate Match
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Thrives in hot-dry and tropical Indian conditions
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Space
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Compact — grows in pots, grow bags, window boxes
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Season
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Best growth in Summer and Monsoon
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Skill Level
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Easy — ideal for beginners and first-time gardeners
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Amaranthus Tricolour Colour Varieties Available
SeedVanam’s Amaranthus Tricolour seeds come in Red, Yellow, and Green foliage mix — perfect for creating a vibrant border, a colourful leafy display, or a terrace colour wall.
How to Grow Amaranthus Tricolour Seeds — Step-by-Step
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Step
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Action
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1. Soil Prep
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Use well-draining fertile soil + compost
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2. Sowing Depth
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1–2 mm deep or light surface sow
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3. Sowing Method
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Direct sow or seedling tray transplant
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4. Watering
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Keep moist until germination, then moderate watering
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5. Sunlight
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Full sun — minimum 5–6 hours/day
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6. Thinning
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Thin to 20–30 cm spacing once 5–7 cm tall
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7. Blooming
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Foliage ready in 4–6 weeks
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Sowing Calendar — Amaranthus Tricolour Seeds in India
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Region
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Best Sowing Season
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Bloom Season
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Hyderabad / Telangana / AP
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February–August
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March–September
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South India (Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala)
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January–September
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February–October
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North India (Delhi, Punjab, UP)
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March–July
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April–September
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West India (Maharashtra, Gujarat)
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February–August
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March–September
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Amaranthus Tricolour — Quick Grow Facts
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Parameter
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Detail
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Botanical Name
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Amaranthus tricolor
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Telugu Name
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తోటకూర
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Hindi Name
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चौलाई
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Sowing Season
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February–August
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Germination
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3–7 days
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Days to First Bloom
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30–45 days (foliage stage)
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Plant Height
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40–80 cm
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Best For
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Terrace / Balcony / Garden beds / Edible greens
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Seed Type
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Non-GMO, Open-Pollinated / Desi
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Common Names of Amaranthus Tricolour Seeds Across India
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State/Region
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Common Name
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Andhra Pradesh & Telangana
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తోటకూర (Thotakura)
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Tamil Nadu
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கீரை (Keerai)
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Karnataka
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ದಂಟಿನ ಸೊಪ್ಪು (Dantina Soppu)
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Kerala
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ചീര (Cheera)
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Maharashtra
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माठ (Math)
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Gujarat
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ચોળાઈ (Cholai)
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North India
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चौलाई (Chaulai)
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West Bengal
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নটে শাক (Note Shaak)
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Odisha
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ଶାଗ (Saga)
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Why Buy Amaranthus Tricolour Seeds from SeedVanam?
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Desi / Non-GMO seeds — save and replant each season
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Fresh stock — sourced and packed for Indian growing conditions
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Hyderabad-based — ships pan-India, free shipping above ₹499
Frequently Asked Questions — Amaranthus Tricolour Seeds
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Question
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Answer
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What is Amaranthus Tricolour called in Telugu?
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తోటకూర — Thotakura
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When to sow in Hyderabad?
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February to August — thrives in summer and monsoon
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Balcony/terrace suitable?
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Yes — grows well in medium pots
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Hybrid or desi?
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Desi, open-pollinated — seeds can be saved
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Germination time?
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3–7 days under Indian conditions
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