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Amaranthus cruentus 'Autumn's Touch'

Also Known As

  • Autumn's Touch Amaranth

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 3'-4'
  • W: 1'-2'

planting zones

  • 1-12

Amaranthus cruentus 'Autumn's Touch' plant details

Amaranthus cruentus 'Autumn's Touch' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer bronze flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with 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 cruentus 'Autumn's Touch'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: amaranthaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: bronze blooms in fall and summer
Uses: culinary, cutting garden, edible

GROWING CONDITIONS for Amaranthus cruentus 'Autumn's Touch'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The huge plumes of copper flowers tinted with apple green ripen large quantities of seeds that attract darting birds in late fall. Multi-branching with strong stems for loads of unusual cut flowers in late summer to fall.

Gardening facts about Amaranthus cruentus 'Autumn's Touch' plant

How to Grow Amaranthus cruentus 'Autumn's Touch'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • bronze
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • fuzzy
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