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Amaranthuscruentus

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Genus
Amaranthus (am-uh-RANTH-us)
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Species
cruentus (kroo-EN-tus)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Herbaceous
Height
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Spacing
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
Coral/Apricot
Orange
Red-Orange
Brown/Bronze
Cream/Tan
Bloom Time
Late Summer/Early Fall
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color

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Where to Grow

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Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are good for drying and preserving
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size

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Other details

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Soil pH requirements
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information

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Propagation Methods

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Seed Collecting

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Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Salt Lake City, Utah

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