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

Long knotted ropes of claret red drape almost to the ground, lending a dramatic touch to your garden. Combine with cleome, woodland tobacco and dahlias. Self sows.

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

Landscape groups by tags

See other plant types of Amaranthus for your garden

Amaranthus cruentus

aka Amaranthus hybridus subsp. cruentus, Amaranthus hybridus var. cruentus, Amaranthus hybridus var. paniculatus, Amaranthus paniculatus, Prince's Feathers, Purple Amaranth, Red Amaranth

Plant Type

Annual / Biennial

Zones

1-12

Size

Height: 3'-5'

Width: 1'-3'

sun - mostly sun
regular

Photo of Amaranthus cruentus flower by Stan Shebs

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Amaranthus caudatus

aka Amaranthus caudatus 'Red', Amaranthus edulis, Amaranthus mantegazzianus, Love Lies Bleeding, Love-Lies-A-Bleeding, Love-Lies-Bleeding, Tassel Flower