Amaranthus tricolor 'Illumination'

Chinese Spinach

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Common Name:

Chinese Spinach

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Foliage color:

Yellow Variegated Red

Sun (From 0 to 5):

4

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

40°C

Minimum temperature:

10°C

Chinese Spinach (Amaranthus tricolor 'Illumination') - Description

Spectacular foliage. Bright rosy red upper leaves topped with gold. Lower leaves are chocolate and dark green. In color in early summer. Annual. Ht:3'. GARDEN HINTS: For earlier bloom and in cold areas, seeds may be started indoors about 8 weeks before outdoor planting time. Cultivate or mulch to control weeds. Prefers a dry or well- drained location.

Chinese Spinach (Amaranthus tricolor 'Illumination') - Blooming

Blooms dense cymes of red or green flowers followed by seed heads. Prolong flowering by watering freely during dry summer periods.

Chinese Spinach (Amaranthus tricolor 'Illumination') - Growth

Erect, spreading, or prostrate annuals or short-lived perennials. Does best with full sun or partial shade. Can reach 3 ft. tall in some species. Can become invasive. In less hardy areas, grow Amaranthus in containers or hanging baskets, or use as summer bedding. Also works as a short-lived houseplant, or raise in a temperate greenhouse. Flowers of A. caudatus and A. hypochondriacus are suitable for drying and cuttings for use in flower ensembles.

Chinese Spinach (Amaranthus tricolor 'Illumination') - Planting

Sow seeds in mid spring. Will only germinate when soil temperatures are above 70ºF/21ºC. Can start seedlings indoors and transplant when soil reaches appropriate temperature.

Chinese Spinach (Amaranthus tricolor 'Illumination') - Pest

Aphids. White and brown rust. Prone to virus diseases and fungi leaf parasites. Watch for root rot.

Chinese Spinach (Amaranthus tricolor 'Illumination') - Interesting facts

Amaranth seeds contain an unusually high amount of protein for a plant source. Amaranthus is found in tropical and temperate regions across the globe.

Chinese Spinach (Amaranthus tricolor 'Illumination') - Soil and irrigation

Needs regular water. Grow in moist soil, moderately fertile and humus-rich. A. caudatus tolerates poor soil. Provide a mulch to enhance soil water retention.