Rainbow Quinoa Seeds (Organic) (Chenopodium quinoa) – Colorful mix of red, yellow, and black quinoa. Nutritious, high-protein grain for home gardens.
Minimum: 100+ Seeds
Bring vibrant color and nutrient-rich harvests to your home garden with Organic Rainbow Quinoa Seeds! This stunning mix features red, yellow, and black quinoa varieties, creating a beautiful display as they grow. Quinoa is an ancient grain packed with protein, fiber, and essential amino acids, making it a highly nutritious addition to any homegrown pantry. Not only is it a drought-tolerant and resilient crop, but it also thrives in varied climates and poor soils—ideal for sustainable and climate-smart gardening.
Why Grow Rainbow Quinoa?
✅ Nutritious Superfood – A complete protein source with all nine essential amino acids.
✅ Colorful & High-Yielding – Produces stunning seed heads in red, yellow, and black.
✅ Easy to Grow – Thrives in poor soil, full sun, and low water conditions.
✅ Cold & Drought-Tolerant – Adapts to a wide range of climates.
✅ Edible Leaves & Seeds – Young leaves can be eaten like spinach, and seeds are a gluten-free grain alternative.
✅ Self-Sufficient Gardening – Grow your own grain for flour, salads, soups, or homemade energy bars.
Planting & Growing Information
- Botanical Name: Chenopodium quinoa
- Plant Type: Annual
- Height: 3-6 feet
- Spacing: 10-12 inches apart
- Sunlight: Full sun
- Watering Needs: Low once established
- Soil Requirements: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil; tolerates poor soil
- Days to Maturity: 90-120 days
How to Grow Rainbow Quinoa
- Direct Sow After Last Frost – Plant seeds in early spring as soon as the soil is workable.
- Sow Thinly & Cover Lightly – Scatter seeds and cover with 1/4 inch of soil.
- Water Gently – Keep soil evenly moist until germination.
- Thin Seedlings – Once seedlings reach a few inches tall, thin to 10-12 inches apart.
- Support Tall Plants – In windy areas, stake or plant in a sheltered location.
- Harvest When Seed Heads Dry – Cut seed heads when they turn golden and dry, then thresh and winnow to separate seeds.
Versatile & Nutritious Uses
🌾 High-Protein Grain Alternative – Use cooked quinoa in salads, soups, and side dishes.
🥬 Edible Leaves – Harvest tender young leaves for a spinach-like addition to meals.
🌱 Homegrown Superfood – Ideal for sustainable living and self-sufficiency.
Perfect for Home Gardeners & Sustainable Farmers
Quinoa is an easy-to-grow, high-yield crop that fits perfectly into permaculture gardens, homesteads, and organic farms. Its low water needs and adaptability make it a great option for climate-resilient gardening.
Order Organic Rainbow Quinoa Seeds Today!
Enjoy stunning colors, high nutrition, and homegrown sustainability with this hardy, easy-to-grow grain.