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Red Spike Amaranth

$5.95
$5.95
$5.95
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Amaranthus cruentus

'Red Spike' amaranth displays majestic, upright red inflorescences, like dancing flames in the garden. This vigorous annual, prized by florists, adds a dramatic touch to floral arrangements. Easy to grow, it brightens flowerbeds from summer through fall.

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Type: Annual
Rustic: No
Reseeds: Yes
Height: 48-60”
Color: Burgundy (Red)
Location: Full sun
Days to maturity: 65-70
Spacing: 9"
Topping: 12"
Seeds/packet: approx 100

Sow indoors 4 to 5 weeks before the last frost and transplant outdoors when all risk of frost has passed. Can also be sown directly outdoors once all risk of frost has passed.

Harvest amaranth when ¾ of the inflorescences on the flower stalk are open. It is best to remove the leaves as they will wilt quickly.

7 to 10 days in a vase.