& Amaranthus Caudatus Pony Tails Mixed 1 Seed Packet

Amaranthus Caudatus Pony Tails Mixed, also known as “Love-Lies-Bleeding” or the “Tassel Flower” is a half hardy annual ideal for adding an exotic touch to your garden with it’s beautiful tassel display. The leaves of this Amaranthus can also be used as salad greens! Sow March to May. Sow thinly, 3mm (1/8in) deep in drills 30cm (12in) apart in well-cultivated soil which has been raked to a fine tilth. Water ground regularly, especially in dry periods. Can also be sown in pots or trays of moist seed compost covered with a very fine sprinkling of compost or vermiculite. Keep at between 20-25C (68-86F). After sowing, do not exclude light as this helps germination. Keep the surface of the compost moist but not waterlogged; germination will usually 7-14 days. When large enough to handle, transplant seedlings into 7.5cm (3in) pots or trays. Plant out after all risk of frost.When large enough to handle, thin out seedlings to 30cm (12in) apart. Product Specifications: Position: Full Sun Height: Up to 120cm when fully established Spread: Up to 60cm when fully established Supplied as 1 packet of Amaranthus Pony Tails Mixed seeds containing approximately 1000 seeds Images shown are for guidance only of the expected results from plants upon maturity. Different growing conditions might vary results. Image may be included for illustration of supply but can vary due to seasonality changes (e.g. deciduous plants lose leaves in colder months). Features: A great plant to add some intrigue to summer bedding plans Amaranthus Caudatus Pony Tails Mixed possesses beautiful decorative tassels full of red and green shades Perfect for adding height and interest into garden displays Flower seeds; supplied as 1 packet of Amaranthus Pony Tails Mixed seeds containing approximately 1000 seeds Specifications: Model Number: 24187