Amaranthus cruentus
Amaranthus “spikes”
R60.00
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Tall spikes provide texture and colour and are excellent fillers for bouquets while the tall growing plants are great at the back of any garden.
100 seeds per packet.
Flower type: | Filler |
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Life cycle: | Heat-loving Annual |
Climate: | Thrives in warm temperatures |
Sowing guide: | Direct sow (recommended) in spring or sow in trays and transplant after 4-6 weeks |
Planting Season: | Spring / Summer |
Germination guide: | 7-10 days @ 21-24 C. Cover lightly with thin layer of soil. |
Flowering time: | 70 days after sowing |
Pinch: | Yes, when 20 cm high |
Position: | Full Sun |
Final height: | 100-150 cm |
Spacing: | 23 cm |
Growing Tips:
Provide plant support when growing in windy areas.
Harvesting Tips:
Harvest when 3/4 of the small flowers on the soon-to-be seed heads are open. Expected vase life is 7 days.