Amaranthus Species, Salt-Marsh Water-Hemp, Tidal Marsh Amaranth, Water Hemp Pigweed

Amaranthuscannabinus

Genus
Amaranthus (am-uh-RANTH-us)
Species
cannabinus (kan-na-BIN-us)
Synonym
Amaranthus edulis
Amaranthus giganteus
Amaranthus macrocaulos
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Height
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)
8-10 ft. (2.4-3 m)
Hardiness
Bloom Color
Pale Green
Bloom Time
Blooms all year
Other Details
Water Requirements
Requires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between waterings
Very high moisture needs; suitable for bogs and water gardens
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
May be a noxious weed or invasive
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
Seed Collecting
Regional

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

Trenton, New Jersey

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Gardener's Notes:

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positive
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neutral
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negative
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