Kew Flower House - Amaranthus Caudatus
€5.50
Add a stunning touch of elegance and drama to your garden with Kew Flower House Amaranthus Caudatus, commonly known as Love-Lies-Bleeding. This striking plant is celebrated for its long, drooping clusters of deep red to burgundy flowers that cascade gracefully from the plant, creating a dramatic and eye-catching display. The bold, trailing blooms contrast beautifully with the plant's vibrant green foliage, making it a standout feature in any garden. Amaranthus Caudatus is perfect for adding vertical interest to flower beds, borders, or containers, and it also makes an excellent cut flower, providing long-lasting beauty in bouquets and arrangements.
Sowing Instructions:
Sow Amaranthus Caudatus seeds indoors in early spring, 6-8 weeks before the last expected frost date. Fill seed trays or pots with well-draining seed compost, and lightly press the seeds into the soil, as they need light to germinate. Keep the compost moist and maintain a temperature of around 18-20°C. Germination usually occurs in 7-14 days. Once the seedlings are large enough to handle and the risk of frost has passed, harden them off and transplant them outdoors to a sunny location with well-drained soil. Space the plants 30-45 cm apart to allow for their vigorous growth.
This annual plant grows to a height of 1-1.5 metres, producing long, pendulous flower spikes in late summer through autumn. Amaranthus Caudatus thrives in full sun and well-drained, moderately fertile soil. It is relatively easy to grow and is drought-tolerant once established, making it suitable for a wide range of growing conditions. Whether you're looking to add a splash of colour to your garden or want an unusual, dramatic cut flower for your arrangements, Love-Lies-Bleeding will not disappoint with its vibrant, cascading blooms and graceful presence.
Sowing Instructions:
Sow Amaranthus Caudatus seeds indoors in early spring, 6-8 weeks before the last expected frost date. Fill seed trays or pots with well-draining seed compost, and lightly press the seeds into the soil, as they need light to germinate. Keep the compost moist and maintain a temperature of around 18-20°C. Germination usually occurs in 7-14 days. Once the seedlings are large enough to handle and the risk of frost has passed, harden them off and transplant them outdoors to a sunny location with well-drained soil. Space the plants 30-45 cm apart to allow for their vigorous growth.
This annual plant grows to a height of 1-1.5 metres, producing long, pendulous flower spikes in late summer through autumn. Amaranthus Caudatus thrives in full sun and well-drained, moderately fertile soil. It is relatively easy to grow and is drought-tolerant once established, making it suitable for a wide range of growing conditions. Whether you're looking to add a splash of colour to your garden or want an unusual, dramatic cut flower for your arrangements, Love-Lies-Bleeding will not disappoint with its vibrant, cascading blooms and graceful presence.
