When to Plant Amaranth in Bucks County, PA
Amaranth is an ancient grain crop with edible leaves and seeds, rich in protein and micronutrients. It thrives in warm conditions and is drought-tolerant once established.
Bucks County, Pennsylvania is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 18 and the first fall frost is October 25, giving you a growing season of approximately 190 days.
At an elevation of 958 feet, Bucks County receives approximately 42.7 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 88°F, providing good warmth for Amaranth during the growing season.
Bucks County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
5-6.6
Drainage
Well Drained
Plant Planting Risk Windows
Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.
Plant Water Budget
Amaranth Planting Timeline — Bucks County, PA
Amaranth Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | February 21 | Feb 21 – Mar 7 |
| Transplant Outdoors | May 2 | May 2 – May 16 |
| Direct Sow | April 25 | Apr 25 – May 16 |
| Harvest | August 1 | Aug 1 – Sep 19 |
Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | Start Indoors |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | Direct Sow |
| May | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| June | — |
| July | — |
| August | Harvest |
| September | Harvest |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
Water
Moderate — regular watering
Days to Maturity
90–120 days
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
USDA Zone
Zone 6b
Growing Season
190 days
Growing Tips for Bucks County
Direct sow after last frost when soil is warm. Thin seedlings to 18 inches apart. Harvest leaves when young and tender; harvest seeds when flower heads begin to dry.
Companion Planting
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Amaranth in Bucks County, PA?
Bucks County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 18. Plan your Amaranth planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Bucks County, PA?
Bucks County, Pennsylvania is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 18 and first fall frost is October 25.
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