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Love-Lies-Bleeding
FlowerAmaranthus caudatus
- Partial sun
- Zones 2–11
- 65 days to maturity
- Flowers
- 18" spacing
- Low water
- Annual
Overview
A reminder of things Victorian and a graceful accent in arrangements. Common names include amaranth and tassel flower.
Planting
Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last spring frost and transplant after frost, or direct sow after soil reaches 60°F
Growing
Sun: partial. Water: low. Soil: Average, well-drained garden soil; not fussy about fertility. Space plants 18" apart. Germination: 7-10 days.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Spider mites, aphids. Common diseases: Powdery mildew in humid conditions with poor air circulation.