Love-Lies-Bleeding Red Amaranth

60 days. The tall, 3-4 foot plants are covered in long, rope-like flowers of a deep, brilliant red. One of the most striking plants for any garden, amaranth is one of our favorite crops! It is so easy to grow and a good seed producer, too. This is a very old heirloom: a pre-1700 variety that was very popular. Young leaves are tasty as cooked greens.

• 60 Days
• Full Sun
• Sprouts in 3-4 Days
• Ideal Temperature: 65-90 Degrees F
• Plant Spacing: 6"
• Plant Height: 36-48"
• Frost Hardy: No
• Amaranthus caudatus

Growing Tips: Surface sow seeds directly in the garden after danger of frost, barely covering. Requires full sun. Tolerates heat and drought but does best with average moisture and fertility.