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    Amaranthus hypochondriacus 'Chinese Giant Orange'

    Also Known As

    • Chinese Giant Orange Amaranth

    Plant type

    annual / biennial

    size

    • H: 5'-8'
    • W: 3'-5'

    planting zones

    • 1-12

    Amaranthus hypochondriacus 'Chinese Giant Orange' plant details

    Amaranthus hypochondriacus 'Chinese Giant Orange' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer orange flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Amaranthus hypochondriacus 'Chinese Giant Orange'

    Plant type: annual / biennial
    Plant family: amaranthaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 5 FT - 8 FT - tall
    Flowers: orange blooms in fall and summer
    Uses: award-winning, border plant, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, dried-arrangements, edible, tropical-looking

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Amaranthus hypochondriacus 'Chinese Giant Orange'

    USDA Zones: 1 - 12
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: even moisture - low
    Resistant to: heat
    Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    From the Greek word amaranthos, which means never fading, for these flowers do double duty as decorative dried flowers and as novel kitchen garden vegetables. With its bright orange flowers and commanding height, this amaranth is a stunning addition to your garden. It is also an excellent food source: the greens are delicious and very high in important vitamins and minerals; the abundant tiny seeds are a popular and nutritious grain.

    By: Select Seeds

    Gardening facts about Amaranthus hypochondriacus 'Chinese Giant Orange' plant

    How to Grow Amaranthus hypochondriacus 'Chinese Giant Orange'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • orange

    • Wildlife

      • beneficial insects
      • bees
      • butterflies

    • Flower Season

      • fall
      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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