Green Tails Amaranth (Amaranthus caudatus) is a cut flower standard: lime green/chartreuse frilly tassels, that fall downward as they grow. Seeds are edible, as is the foliage - both are highly nutritious.
Green Tails Amaranth (Amaranthus caudatus) is a cut flower standard: lime green/chartreuse frilly tassels, that fall downward as they grow. Seeds are edible, as is the foliage - both are highly nutritious.
Seeds are certified organic.
Common Name:
Green Tails Amaranth
Scientific Name:
Amaranthus caudatus
Description:
Flowering amaranth that produces frilly green streaks. Ideal for bouquets.
Plant Lifespan:
Annual
Cold Hardiness (F):
Zone 10b (35 to 40)
Light Requirements:
Full Sun (min. 6 hours a day)
Seed In:
Mid Spring (Apr 21 - May 20), Late Spring (May 21 - Jun 20), Early Summer (Jun 21 - Jul 20), and Mid Summer (Jul 21 - Aug 20)
