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Red Plume

Flower

Atriplex hortensis

Overview
12-24", wine-red plumes on long, strong stems feature small, paper-thin seed pods. Easy-to-grow plants provide an interesting, textural element to design work. Earthy red combines easily with other colors in bouquets. Foliage is edible. Also known as orach and orache.
Planting
Direct sow after last frost, pressing seeds lightly into soil surface; or start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost and transplant after frost
Growing
Sun: full. Water: low. Soil: Well-drained; tolerates poor to average soil. Space plants 12" apart. Germination: 7-14 days.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: None reported. Common diseases: None reported.