Description
Love-Lies-Bleeding Amaranthus Seeds (Ornamental Type) 5020. Open Pollinated. Annual.
Approximately 175 seeds per packet. (1,600 seeds per gram.)
Make a dramatic statement in your garden with Love-Lies-Bleeding Amaranthus, a spectacular ornamental annual. This plant features thick, upright stems reaching 60-90 cm in height, from which hang stunning, long pendants of vibrant red blooms. These unique, rope-like flowers emerge in early summer and continue to provide a show all the way through to the first frost. The large, light green leaves provide a beautiful contrast, and the plant is highly effective at attracting butterflies and other pollinators.
Quick Seed Details
- Type: Open Pollinated Annual
- Height: 60-90 cm
- Features: Unique, trailing red flower pendants; long bloom period; excellent for attracting pollinators; great for cut flowers and drying.
What you need to know to Plant & Grow Love-Lies-Bleeding Amaranthus
Amaranthus is an easy-to-grow plant that thrives in sunny, dry conditions and provides a high-impact visual display.
- Site Selection: This plant prefers a sunny site and is particularly well-suited to dry soil.
- Sowing Outdoors: You can sow seeds directly outdoors after the danger of frost has passed. Plant seeds 6 mm deep.
- Sowing Indoors: For a head start, seeds may be started indoors in early April.
- Germination: Seeds germinate at 20°C in 10-14 days.
- Upkeep: After germination, grow the seedlings on at a slightly cooler temperature before hardening them off. Important: Take special care to ensure the roots do not become crowded when growing plants indoors, as this will slow their development.
- Transplanting: Transplant the seedlings to a sunny spot, spacing them 45-60 cm apart.
Why Love-Lies-Bleeding Amaranthus Belongs in Your Garden
Love-Lies-Bleeding is an extraordinary plant that brings a touch of the exotic to any garden. Its cascading red flower pendants are unlike anything else and create a captivating focal point, especially when planted at the back of a border. This plant’s long-lasting blooms and ability to be used as a cut flower or for drying mean you can enjoy its unique beauty both in the garden and in your home. Its proven ability to attract pollinators makes it a valuable and dynamic addition to a healthy garden ecosystem.
