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Amaranth

Amaranthus caudatus, A. cruentus

Category: Flowers

These highly unusual plants give off a Victorian vibe in arrangements and the garden. Long ropes of blooms in deep red (Love Lies Bleeding), coral, green, bronze make a statement. It is also striking in hanging baskets. Other varieties like Hot Biscuits are tall and branching with plumed flowers.

How to Grow Amaranth

Quick Info

Spacing
1/Square
Depth
0 in
0 in
Sun
Part Sun to Full Sun
Water
1 in/week
Season
Warm
Frost
Not tolerant
Height
2-8 ft
Germination
7-10 days
Germination Temp
65-75 °F
Sprout to Harvest
65-75 days
Soil pH
Slightly Acidic

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Diseases

Beneficial Critters

Growing from Seed

Cover seeds lightly with uniformly moist soil.

Planting Considerations

Plants are drought resistant. Staking is advised.

Harvesting

Pick when 3/4 of flowers are open for vase. For drying, pick when seed begins to set and flowers feel firm.

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