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French Vanilla White Quinoa

In this Plant Profile, get specific details, including the characteristics and best uses of French Vanilla White Quinoa, one of six Plant Profiles featured in our Quinoa Collection.

French Vanilla White Quinoa seeds

French Vanilla quinoa plants get their name from the seed heads, which resemble large ice cream cones. Gardeners prize this variety because the seed heads ripen uniformly, making them easier to harvest. French Vanilla yields white or buff seeds from 6- to 7-foot stalks.

Characteristics:

Matures in 100 days
Highly productive
White to buff seeds
Ornamental and edible
Great for salads, wraps, and bowls

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