Amaranthus tricolor 'Joseph's Coat'
Also Known As
- Fountain Plant
- Josephs Coat Amaranth
- Love-lies-bleeding
Plant type
annual / biennial
size
- H: 1'-4'
- W: 1'-2'
planting zones
- 1-12
Amaranthus tricolor 'Joseph's Coat' plant details
Amaranthus tricolor 'Joseph's Coat' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with gold, green, red and variegated foliage. In fall and summer red 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 tricolor 'Joseph's Coat'
- Plant type: annual / biennial
- Plant family: amaranthaceae
- Foliage: deciduous gold, green, red and variegated
- Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 4 FT - tall
- Flowers: red blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: border plant, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, dried-arrangements, heirloom, tropical-looking
GROWING CONDITIONS for Amaranthus tricolor 'Joseph's Coat'
- 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
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Gardening facts about Amaranthus tricolor 'Joseph's Coat' plant
How to Grow Amaranthus tricolor 'Joseph's Coat'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- even moisture - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- red
- gold
- green
Flower Color
- red
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- butterflies
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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