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    Amaranthus cruentus

    Also Known As

    • 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

    size

    • H: 3'-5'
    • W: 1'-3'

    planting zones

    • 1-12

    Amaranthus cruentus plant details

    Amaranthus cruentus is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green and red foliage. In summer burgundy, green, magenta and 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 water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Amaranthus cruentus

    Plant type: annual / biennial
    Plant family: amaranthaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green and red
    Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
    Flowers: burgundy, green, magenta and red blooms in summer
    Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, self-sowing, showy, velvety

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Amaranthus cruentus

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

    Gardening facts about Amaranthus cruentus plant

    How to Grow Amaranthus cruentus

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • red
      • green

    • Flower Color

      • red
      • green
      • magenta
      • burgundy

    • Wildlife

      • beneficial insects
      • bees
      • butterflies

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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