Description
Amaranth cruentus
One of the most productive summer fillers you can grow, this mix includes my favorite towering varieties, ‘Hot Biscuits’ and ‘Opopeo.’ The large, richly colored brown and burgundy-toned stems add a unique textural quality to arrangements. I grow loads of it every year and use every single stem.
Plant type: annual
Height: 36-48”
Amount of sun: full sun
Days to maturity: 65-75 days
Plant spacing: 12”
Pinch: when 12” tall
Approx seeds per packet: 100
How to grow:
Start seed indoors in trays 4-6 weeks before last frost; transplant out after all danger of frost has passed. Amaranth can also be direct seeded into the garden once all danger of frost has passed.
Harvesting/vase life:
Harvest when seed heads are about ¾ of the way open. Remove most of the foliage so the colorful spikes are more visible. A vase life of 7-10 days can be expected.
When To Plant
- Sow Under Cover / Plant Indoors
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