Species Amaranth
red-maroon flowers, purple-green leaves, red petioles and stems

Amaranth

Amaranthus hybridus x var. tuberculatus

Amaranth is a fast-growing annual plant that can be found in many parts of the world. It has large, bright green leaves and several varieties of small flowers which can range from a white to pinkish color. Amaranth produces a variety of edible grains and vegetables, as well as medicinal compounds. It has a long history of use in traditional medicine in various parts of the world. The species Amaranthus hybridus x var. tuberculatus is especially popular, due to its multiple uses and hardy nature, making it a suitable choice for many types of gardening projects.

Watering:

Frequent

Propagation:

Seed Propagation,Cutting,Division,Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

Sun:

full sun

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green,red,purple

Growth Rate:

Low

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

watering

Amaranth plants should be watered regularly throughout their growing season with about 1 to 2 inches of water per week. Water deeply once a week to ensure that the soil in your garden is completely saturated. Water your amaranth plants in the morning, and avoid wetting the foliage directly as this can lead to disease. During periods of intense heat and drought, increase the amount of water you give your plants to 1 to 2 inches per day. If you live in an area with high humidity, you may need to decrease the amount of water you give your plants.

sunlight

Amaranth (Amaranthus hybridus x var. tuberculatus) grows best in full sun, which would be at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight per day. Optimal growth for Amaranth takes place in warm climates with sunny days and cool nights. Exposure to morning sunlight and afternoon shade is ideal, as the cooler temperatures of evenings and mornings are beneficial for many varieties of Amaranth. Too much direct sun or heat can cause foliage to become scorched, so afternoon shade can help protect against such damage.

pruning

Amaranth (Amaranthus hybridus x var. tuberculatus) should be pruned in the late spring or early summer after the plant has flowered. The aim of pruning is to help remove damaged or diseased stems and leaves, and to control the shape and size of the plant. Prune only 8-12 inches of the plant at 1 time, as this should be enough to keep the plant healthy without significantly reducing its size. Pruning should be done with a pair of sharp scissors, and any dead or damaged stems should be removed. If the plant is too large, or if intensive pruning is required, it is best to prune it in stages over the course of several weeks.