Amaranthus caudatus var. gibbosus
Also Known As
- Amaranthus caudatus gibbosus 'Dreadlocks'
- Dreadlocks Amaranth
- Giant Love-Lies-Bleeding
Plant type
annual / biennial
size
- H: 3'-5'
- W: 2'-3'
planting zones
- 1-12
Amaranthus caudatus var. gibbosus plant details
Amaranthus caudatus var. gibbosus is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In summer red flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - 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 caudatus var. gibbosus
- Plant type: annual / biennial
- Plant family: amaranthaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
- Flowers: red blooms in summer
- Uses: border plant, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, dried-arrangements, tropical-looking
GROWING CONDITIONS for Amaranthus caudatus var. gibbosus
- USDA Zones: 1 - 12
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Select Seeds
Gardening facts about Amaranthus caudatus var. gibbosus plant
How to Grow Amaranthus caudatus var. gibbosus
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- butterflies
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
Annual / Biennial
Zones
1-12
Size
Height: 3'-5'
Width: 1'-3'
- sun - mostly sun
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Plant Type
Annual / Biennial
Zones
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Size
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Width: 2'-6'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular
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Plant Type
Annual / Biennial
Zones
1-12
Size
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Width: 1'-2'
- sun
- regular
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Plant Type
Annual / Biennial
Zones
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Size
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Width: 1'-2'
- sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 1'-2'
- sun - mostly sun
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