Amaranthus tricolor 'Aurora'

Also Known As

Aurora Amaranth

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

1-12

Amaranthus tricolor 'Aurora' plant details

Amaranthus tricolor 'Aurora' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with gold and green foliage. In fall and summer yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Amaranthus tricolor 'Aurora'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: amaranthaceae
Foliage: deciduous gold and green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, dried-arrangements, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Amaranthus tricolor 'Aurora'

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

Gardening facts about Amaranthus tricolor 'Aurora' plant

How to Grow Amaranthus tricolor 'Aurora'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant

Features

Foliage Color
- gold
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous

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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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