Amaranth
Amaranthus xozanonii
Watering:
Frequent
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Cutting,Division,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
Sun:
full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
red,purple
Growth Rate:
Low
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Water Amaranth (Amaranthus xozanonii) plants once or twice a week depending on the weather: in hot, dry weather the plants may need to be watered more, while in cooler conditions they will need less. The amount of water needed depends on the stage of growth and specific soil conditions. Generally, water enough to dampen the soil, but not to saturate it. Young seedlings may need less water than established plants. Check the soil to see if it is dry before deciding whether to water. In hot, dry conditions you may need to water more to keep the soil consistently damp.
sunlight
Amaranth (Amaranthus xozanonii) prefers to be exposed to full sun for at least 6 to 8 hours a day. These plants prefer standing in the light of morning and early afternoon in particular, and do not do well in partial shade. If the temperatures are extremely hot, these plants may need to be shaded during the hottest part of the day, from around mid-afternoon to sunset. The sun frequency should not exceed 8 hours of daylight, and the sun should not be too much during the hottest part of the day.
pruning
Amaranth (Amaranthus xozanonii) is a herbaceous plant optimal for a perennial or annual garden bed. It is drought-tolerant and does not require a lot of pruning, but will benefit from regular maintenance. Generally, Amaranth should be pruned no more than 3 times a year. Pruning is recommended in early spring, just before the new growth begins. This will help reduce the number of stems and keep the plant from becoming too large or straggly. Pruning in mid-summer will help remove any dead or dying stems and can also help keep the plant from becoming too shaded or overcrowded. Finally, a light pruning can be done in early fall to get the plant ready for winter. When pruning Amaranth, avoid cutting off more than a third of the plant at once and refrain from digging too deeply into the root system. It is best to remove only the dead, damaged, or diseased stems and leaves and a few random healthy stems to prevent the plant from becoming too dense and top-heavy. Be sure to use sharp pruning shears and sterilize them between uses to help prevent the spread of infection.
