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Chia seed

SpeciesSalvia hispanica

Also called chía, chia

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Chia seed
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Typeperennial, annual

from Salvia · “Salvias are most often perennials but can be annuals as well.” — 33 Popular Types of Salvia Plants to Grow

Germination temperature60–80 °F

“These plants thrive in temperatures between 60°F and 80°F.” — The Ultimate Guide to Growing a Chia Seed Plant Indoors - thegreenserenity

Lightdirect sunlight

“A chia seed plant needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.” — The Ultimate Guide to Growing a Chia Seed Plant Indoors - thegreenserenity

WaterWater, warmth, and air

“Water, warmth, and air are essential ingredients in the recipe for successful germination” — How Long Do Chia Seeds Take To Grow? Planting To Harvest Guide - ThriveoGarden

Hardiness zones10–11, 7–11, 8–10, 4–8, 6–9

from Salvia · “USDA Hardiness Zones: 10–11 (grown as an annual elsewhere)” — 33 Popular Types of Salvia Plants to Grow

Spacing4–6 in

“Once the seedlings are a couple of inches tall, thin them out so they are about 4 to 6 inches apart.” — The Ultimate Guide to Growing a Chia Seed Plant Indoors - thegreenserenity

Propagationseed

from Salvia · “SVI 1000 Blue Sage Seeds for Planting (Salvia farinacea)…” — Special Requirements For Growing Salvia Indoors: Light, Soil, And Care Tips | ShunCy

Ready whendeadhead flowers

from Salvia · “Deadhead flowers in midsummer when they fade and become brown to encourage more blooms.” — 33 Popular Types of Salvia Plants to Grow

Edible partsseeds

“This gives you a sustainable supply of those tiny, nutrient-dense seeds.” — The Ultimate Guide to Growing a Chia Seed Plant Indoors - thegreenserenity

Pestsaphids, spider mites, whiteflies, thrips, slugs, snails, caterpillars

from Salvia · “The only pests that can pose a problem are aphids, spider mites, and whiteflies.” — 33 Popular Types of Salvia Plants to Grow

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