Tall, well-branched, heat-loving plants produce armloads of blooms. Bronze to chestnut-colored plumes are ideal for autumn bouquets and bunches. Pinching out the center (apical) bud is recommended for optimum branching. Also known as amaranth.

Specs:

• Plant Height: 40–48"
• Packet: 100 seeds
• Avg. 36,900 seeds/oz

DAYS TO GERMINATION:

7-10 days at 70-75°F (21-24°C)

SOWING:

Transplant - Sow 4-6 weeks before planting out. Grow at 62-65°F (17-18°C) until transplanting out. Direct seed - After danger of frost. Support advised.

LIGHT PREFERENCE:

Sun.

PLANT HEIGHT:

Varies Providing support is advised.

PLANT SPACING:

12-15". For upright, plume types, thinner and more manageable stems can be achieved using a tighter spacing of 3-6".

HARDINESS ZONES:

Annual.

VASE LIFE:

7-10 days.

HARVEST:

Fresh - When at least 3/4 of the flowers on the inflorescence are open.
Dried - Seed has begun to set and flowers feel firm.
Drying - Stand up trailing varieties in a bucket or any tall container to maintain draped appearance. Hang upright varieties to dry.