Amaranthus caudatus ‘Coral Fountain’ seeds

$4.90

In stock

Description

Picture thanks to https://www.wildgardenseed.com

This plant has unusual coral-pink tassels, and is an attractive form for flower arrangements with its weeping tassels. If you stake it upright it looks beautiful in the garden border, blending in with most other flowers.

Sowing advice

Sow under cover at 21 deg C 6-8 weeks before the last frost ,or  direct in early summer at 21 deg C or higher.
Sow in seed trays or pots in moist seed raising mix.
Do not cover seeds  as light is required for germination. Seedlings should appear in 10- 14 days. The seedlings should be ready to transplant in 3-4 weeks. Transplant to 7cm  pots and  grow on. Transplant outdoors late spring into moist, well-drained soil, 30 to 45cm  apart. Pinch out the centre to encourage branching.

Additional information

Classification

Annual

Common Name

amaranth, tassel flower

Family

Amaranthaceae

Maximum Height

approx 150cm with flowers

Number of seeds in packet

approx 50