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Amaranthus Seeds - Red Spike
5000 Seeds
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4.99
10000 Seeds
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8.99
SEASON
Annual
USDA ZONES
3 - 10
HEIGHT
60 inches
BLOOM SEASON
Summer
BLOOM COLOR
Red
ENVIRONMENT
Full sun
SOIL TYPE
Well-drained, pH 6.1 to 6.5
DEER RESISTANT
Yes
HOUSE PLANT
No
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Amaranthus Cruentus (Red Spike) - This Amarathus plant features dark red flowers on dark red upright foliage. It truly is one of the most unique Amaranthus Cruentus plants you can grow from flower seeds!MORE AMARANTHUS OPTIONS
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TEMPERATURE
65 - 75F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
10 - 21 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
Yes
DEPTH
Press seed into soil, do not cover
SOWING RATE
4 - 5 seeds per plant
MOISTURE
Keep seeds moist until germination
PLANT SPACING
48 - 60 inches
Outsidepride Amaranthus Seeds feature hardy annual varieties from the Amaranthus genus, suited for USDA zones 3-10. Our seeds grow in full sun to partial shade, producing plants 12 to 60 inches tall with vibrant red, green, crimson, and orange flowers. Blooming from early summer to fall, they attract pollinators and are suitable for flower beds, borders, containers, and cut flower arrangements. Available in 4 different sizes (1000, 2000, 5000, & 10000 flower seed packets, these seeds add striking color and texture to your garden.
Dramatic Plume-Like Flowers
Our Amaranthus plants feature dramatic plume-like flowers with vibrant colors and unique shapes that cascade or spike, adding texture and movement. These standout flower seeds to plant outside create striking focal points that bring depth and eye-catching beauty to any garden space.
Fast Growing Annuals
With their vigorous growth, our Amaranthus plants transform garden spaces by filling them with lush foliage and vibrant blooms. These annuals provide a way to add rich color and texture to flower beds, borders, or containers throughout the season.
Striking Foliage Contrast
Bold and vibrant, our Amaranthus foliage creates striking contrast that enriches any garden setting. Their unique leaf colors and textures add dimension and depth, making these plants a dynamic addition to mixed borders, flower beds, and container arrangements for a captivating visual appeal.
Tolerant of Heat and Drought
Amaranthus plants adapt well to warmer temperatures and periods of low water, making them resilient in less-than-suitable climates. Our drought tolerant flower seeds maintain vibrant blooms and lush foliage even during dry spells, reducing maintenance while sustaining garden beauty.
Tall, striking flower spikes and vibrant bloom colors of our Amaranth seed varieties bring architectural drama to any garden. The deep red of Amaranthus caudatus creates flowing, cascading curtains, while the fiery crimson spikes of Amaranthus hypochondriacus Pygmy Torch add bold vertical accents. The bright green blooms of Amaranthus hypochondriacus Green Thumb provide fresh contrast, and the warm orange cinnamon hues of Amaranthus cruentus Hot Biscuits bring richness. Each color adds striking structure and dynamic flair to your landscape.
Our Amaranthus annuals feature unique textures that command attention throughout the growing season. Their plume-like, cascading, or spiked blooms range from deep reds and crimsons to vibrant greens and warm oranges, creating a tactile experience for the garden. Heights vary from 12 to 60 inches, offering layered visual interest from early summer through fall. These textural contrasts provide gardeners with versatile options to create depth and dimension in flower beds, borders, and container arrangements throughout the season.
Our Amaranthus adds rich and unexpected texture to gardens with its bold foliage and unique flower shapes, making proper planting essential for vibrant growth. To plant seeds, press them lightly into well-drained soil without covering, keep moist until germination (10-21 days), and space plants 18-60 inches apart based on variety. Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost or directly outdoors after frost passes. Growing in full sun with regular watering encourages healthy development, ensuring these textured plants become striking garden elements throughout the season.
Amaranthus Cruentus (Red Spike) - This Amarathus plant features dark red flowers on dark red upright foliage. It truly is one of the most unique Amaranthus Cruentus plants you can grow from flower seeds! Amaranthus plants have such gorgeous foliage and flowers that some gardeners will create a hedge or border with the plants. Red Spike also attracts bees and butterflies!
Common Questions
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Is amaranthus edible?
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No, the amaranthus we sell is an ornamental annual plant and not the same as the edible agricultural crop.
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Can I grow amaranthus in containers?
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Yes, be sure the container is large enough for the variety, and use a commercial potting mix.
Q
Can I use amaranthus as a cut flower?
A
Yes, and you can use it as a dried flower as well.
Q
Is amaranthus the same as pigweed?
A
Pigweed is related to the ornamental amaranthus we plant in our gardens, but is a different plant and ornamental amaranth is not invasive in the garden.
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