

Chinese Spinach (Callaloo) features red and green leaves that are both decorative and edible. It thrives in warm weather, grows well in 6–8-inch pots or garden beds, and prefers full sunlight and moist, well-drained soil. Native to Central and South America, it spread globally for its nutritional value and easy cultivation.
💐 Growing Guide
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Sowing:
- Setup: Use a seed-starting tray or small pots with seed-starting mix.
- Sow: Place seeds on the surface, press lightly, space 1 inch apart.
- Transplant: Move seedlings to separate pots when they have 2-3 true leaves.
- Watering: Keep soil moist but not soggy. Water gently to avoid disturbing seeds.
- Sunlight: Provide as much direct sunlight as possible for optimal growth.
- Pests: Use neem oil for pest control when pests are detected.
- Harvest: Remove old flowers to encourage more blooms.
Other names: Callaloo Amaranthus Tricolor