This dramatic flower is best represented by the Ace of Swords tarot card. Through its sprawling blooms it draws from the cards emphasis on inner clarity, new ideas and breakthroughs.
A large plant with striking red plumage that provides a dramatic look. As the plant becomes more established, impressive red-tinted light green leaves are joined by long drooping flower heads covered in hundreds of small deep-crimson blooms.
Envelope contains 15 seeds.
Amaranthus caudatus Perennial
SUN NEEDS: FULL SUN (MIN 6 HRS) PLANTING DEPTH: 2 inches GERMINATION: 10-14 days MATURITY: 65-75 days PLANT HEIGHT: 36-60 inches SOIL TYPE: firm, moist soil HARDINESS ZONES: 4-11 SUPPORT NEEDED: None
Sow seeds 14-16 inches apart, Direct sow seeds in average soil in full sun after all danger of frost. Remove weeds from soil and work in organic matter into the top 6-8 inches of soil; then level and smooth. If compost is not available, top dress the soil after planting with 1-2 inches of organic mulch, which will begin to breakdown into compost.
