Amaranthus caudatus
Amaranthus caudatus
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These very unusual plants have showy, drooping, fuzzy red clusters of flowers that look like chenille tassels.
Red amaranth's unique appearance adds beauty to any garden!
The abundant blooms attract beneficial pollinators, including hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies. These tall flowers are easy to grow and will catch your eye in a garden. They can also be cut for a striking bouquet. It's a heat-tolerant, easy-to-grow flower that brings color and charm to any garden.
Full Sun|Partial Sun
7 - 14 Days
12"+
28 - 60"
Average (1 - 2 in / week)
Scent: Soft, sweet.
Botanical Name: Amaranthus caudatus
Fill Weight (grams): 0.15
Preparation Ideas: These flowers are beautiful cut or dried.
Plant Type: Flower
Plant Lifecycle: Annual
Approximate Seed Count: 50 - 60
Days To Bloom: 75 - 90 Days
Landscape Use: Border / Edge Planting
Tolerance: Drought Tolerant
Growing Season(s): Spring|Summer|Fall
Harvest/Bloom Season(s): Summer|Fall
Package Dimensions: 3.25 x 4.5"
After the danger of frost has passed, sow Love Lies Bleeding Amaranth Flower seeds in well exposed warm ground. Cover with 0.125" of soil. When plants are 3" tall, thin. Rich soil preferred, but will survive in poor soil.
Planting Depth: 0.125"
Seed Spacing: Sow Love Lies Bleeding Amaranth Flower seeds roughly 18 - 24" apart.
Nutrient Care Instructions: Apply SUPERthrive once per week. Soak in solution of 1/4 tsp per gal for 15 min. or longer depending on size and type.
Ideal for backgrounds and screening effect. Use to highlight island beds and mix in an annual border.
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