Amaranthus caudatus
The children in the neighborhood call this the caterpillar flower. A fun flower. Works well in dried arrangements.
Amaranthus caudatus
Type: annual Zone: --
Elevation (if known):
Color: red Height: 1 - 3 ft
Ease of growth: easy
Bloom Time : Summer
Sun: yes Part Shade: no Shade: no
Water Needs: regular
Native to: CO/NM native? no
Deer Resistant: no Rabbit Resistant : no
Soil : Average
Propagation: Seeds, self sows
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