Thompson & Morgan Amaranthus Caudatus Fat Spike 1 Seed Packet (100 Seeds), Red

Amaranthus Caudatus Fat Spike is a sun loving border plant that will produce bushy flower spikes in a deep burgundy / purple shade. The leaves are edible and can be eaten like Spinach - ideal for summer salads. Will flower from June through until October. Sow February to March in pots or trays of moist seed compost and cover with a very fine sprinkling of compost or vermiculite. Keep at a constant temperature of between 20-25C (68-77F). During germination, allow the temperature to reduce at night. This will occur naturally if using a heated propagator is avoided. After sowing, do not exclude light as this helps germination. Keep the surface of the compost moist but not waterlogged; germination will usually take 3-15 days. When large enough to handle, transplant seedlings into 7.5cm (3in) pots or trays. Gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions for 10-15 days before planting out after all risk of frost, 30cm (12in) apart. For best results, provide any ordinary, well-drained soil in full sun. Product Specifications: 1 x seed packet (containing 100 seeds per pack) Position: Full Sun Height: Up to 120cm (47.2in) when fully established Spread: Up to 60cm (23.6in) when fully established Supplied as Flower Seed - Amaranthus Caudatus Fat Spike - Half Hardy Annual 1 Packet (100 seeds) by Thompson and Morgan Delivered with growing and care instructions 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 half hardy annual commonly known as the tassel flower - an ideal border filler Will produce deep burgundy red / purple flower spikes which are attractive to pollinating insects Summer flowering from June through until October - for best performance plant in full sun 1 x packet of Amaranthus Caudatus Fat Spike (100 seeds) Specifications: Model Number: 26202