Takane Ruby Buckwheat is a vibrant pinkish-red buckwheat variety hailing from Japan. This gluten-free superfood is grown for its beautiful flower clusters. The variety was originally discovered growing wild in the Himalayas at an altitude of 12,000 feet by Akio Ujihara, a professor emeritus from Shinshu University. Pollinators are attracted to the flowers and the honey produced possesses 100 times the antioxidant power of regular honey. An eye-catching addition to any garden, this variety is also a great cover crop and green manure. Due to the scarcity of this item, we can only sell 2 packets at a time per order.
Scientific Name: Fagopyrum Esculentum
Plant Life Cycle: Annual
Optimal Germination Temperature: 18-30C
Germination time in days: N/A
Indicative Days to maturity: 90-100 days
Sunlight: Full sun
Soil requirement: well draining soil
Sowing and cultivation: Sow directly in the ground at a depth of 1/2 to 1 inch after May when there is no risk of frost. Space plants by 6 to 8".
