In this detailed video I dive in to topics such as "What is Amaranth", how to plant and grow Amaranth as well as how to harvest and eat this amazing plant that offer significantly more than just the food it produces. Video Timeline: 00:00 - Introduction to Amaranth 01:10 - What is Amaranth 04:06 - Understanding the edible Amaranth seed 07:54 - How to grow Amaranth 11:24 - How to harvest Amaranth 13:16 - Cleaning Amaranth seeds 17:11 - How to eat Amaranth 20:33 - Amaranth Summary Amaranth is an ancient grain that doesn't get nearly as much attention as other vegetable garden regulars. Even though Amaranth is categorised as a small grain, it is in actual fact a seed, which means that it is gluten-free and incredibly nutritious. It also shares the same family with another very well known small grain (seed) called quinoa. The differences between the two are very subtle, but it is important that you know these difference so that you can choose the crops that is best suited to your specific needs. Amaranth needs the warm summer months to grow. This annual is best planted out in early Spring and provides an abundance of gorgeous flowers throughout the summer months. As soon as the flowers have gone to seed the plant is ready for harvest. Before the end of season seed harvest Amaranth leaves can be enjoyed as a very nutritious leaf green, also commonly referred to as Marog, which is eaten in very much the same way as spinach is. The stems are edible and provide a yummy crunch when steamed. Learn more about this amazing plant in this detailed video on all there is to know about growing Amaranth in the home garden of permaculture food forest. For more updates and info visit my website - https://my-sustainability-journey.com/ For more updates on my journey please follow my Facebook and Instagram pages: - https://www.facebook.com/MySustainabilityJourneyZA - https://www.instagram.com/my_sustainability_journey_za/ Music credit: bensound.com #amaranth #amaranthseed #veggiegarden