Amaranth ‘Coral Fountain’
Amaranthus caudatus
Description
I discovered this incredibly unique amaranth during a variety trial some years back and fell madly in love with it. The pendulous, tassel-like blooms are the most exquisite shade of dusty pink that resembles sun-faded velvet. ‘Coral Fountain’ is perfect for dramatic, large-scale arrangements.
Details
Height: 36 to 60 in
Site: full sun
Days to maturity: 75 to 90 days
Plant spacing: 12 in
Pinch: when 12 in tall
Seed Sowing & Growing Notes
Start seed indoors in trays 4 to 6 weeks before last frost; transplant out after all danger of frost has passed. Amaranth can also be direct-seeded into the garden once all danger of frost has passed.
Harvesting/Vase Life
Details
Description
I discovered this incredibly unique amaranth during a variety trial some years back and fell madly in love with it. The pendulous, tassel-like blooms are the most exquisite shade of dusty pink that resembles sun-faded velvet. ‘Coral Fountain’ is perfect for dramatic, large-scale arrangements.
Details
Height: 36 to 60 in
Site: full sun
Days to maturity: 75 to 90 days
Plant spacing: 12 in
Pinch: when 12 in tall
Seed Sowing & Growing Notes
Start seed indoors in trays 4 to 6 weeks before last frost; transplant out after all danger of frost has passed. Amaranth can also be direct-seeded into the garden once all danger of frost has passed.
Harvesting/Vase Life
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How to Grow
How to Grow

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