Product Review
Amaranthus Tricolor (Perfecta) - If you buy this flower seed, you have found the perfect palnt for the back of the border, bedding, or even among ornamental grasses. The striking yellow and red bright foliage and tall, erect habit of this glorious Summer Poinsettia make it a garden standout even in the back of the border! The upper foliage (generally the top 1/3rd) is a brilliant display of red and yellow. Just like no two humans have the same DNA, no two Amaranthus Perfecta plants will show the same color patterning; therefore, be sure to plant several and enjoy the differences in unique patterns and colors you can get! Amaranthus Perfecta is a somewhat narrow, column-shaped plant that reaches three feet tall and just 12 to 18 inches wide in the sunny garden. Not afraid of damp soils, it is a good choice for waterside plantings, and combines beautifully with summer-blooming annuals and perennials. Few sights are as stunning as an Amaranthus flower garden which are all easily grown from flower seeds. Try combining Perfecta with yellow-leaved Illumination or Molten Fire.
- PLANT CHARACTERISTICS: Our Amaranthus Seeds - Perfecta grows to a height of 24 inches and is suitable for USDA Zones 3 through 10. It requires full sun and well-drained soil. This hardy variety works well in garden beds and containers, offering steady growth and vibrant foliage with minimal maintenance, making it adaptable to various planting conditions.
- SEASON & BLOOMING: As annual flower seeds, our Amaranths bloom from mid-summer to late fall. The red and yellow flowers provide a soft contrast against other plants, blending well in garden designs. With their long bloom period, they continue to offer visual interest throughout the warmer months, helping to fill spaces and add texture to any garden arrangement.
- BOLD SPIKY BLOOMS: Amaranthus plants feature striking spiky blooms that stand out in any garden. These unique, elongated flower clusters create a bold vertical element, adding texture and interest to flower beds or containers. Their distinct shape makes them an eye-catching focal point, while their long-lasting qualities ensure that they retain their visual appeal throughout the growing season.
- CUT FLOWER POTENTIAL: Our Amaranthus annual flowers make impressive cut flowers. Their spikes hold their shape and color when cut, either fresh or dried, bringing texture and depth to arrangements. With their ability to last for extended periods, they are suitable for floral displays, offering long-lasting beauty to bouquets and decorative centerpieces.
- PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS: For healthy results, sow our Amaranthus garden seeds at a rate of 4 seeds per plant, pressing them gently into the soil without covering. Space plants 14 inches apart to allow them room to grow upright. Keep seeds moist until germination, which takes 10 to 21 days. This variety is easy to start indoors or directly outdoors after the frost season ends.
