Description
Amazement in a vase! A must-have for bouquets, these large, feathery, golden-yellow to scarlet plumes stand out on long, straight stems and attract pollinators. In the garden, the multi-branching plants are noted for their exceptionally beautiful foliage, and along with height, are perfect for the back of the flower bed. Plants handle heat with ease and are fairly drought tolerant. Also known as Prince of Wales feather.
Variety Info
- Family: Amaranthaceae
- Native: Exact origin unknown, possibly India
- Hardiness: Drought Tolerant, Frost Sensitive, Heat Tolerant
- Exposure: Full sun
- Plant Dimensions: Tall (Greater than 24")
- Variety Info: 2"–6" plumes in brilliant red and golden shades
- Attributes: Cut Flower
Sowing Info
- When to Sow Outside: 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, when soil is at least 60°F.
- When to Start Inside: RECOMMENDED. 6 to 8 weeks before your average last frost date.
- Days to Emerge: 7–14 days
- Seed Depth: Surface to ⅛"
- Seed Spacing: A pinch of seeds every 12"
- Thinning: When 2" tall, thin to 1 every 12"
Description
Amazement in a vase! A must-have for bouquets, these large, feathery, golden-yellow to scarlet plumes stand out on long, straight stems and attract pollinators. In the garden, the multi-branching plants are noted for their exceptionally beautiful foliage, and along with height, are perfect for the back of the flower bed. Plants handle heat with ease and are fairly drought tolerant. Also known as Prince of Wales feather.
Variety Info
- Family: Amaranthaceae
- Native: Exact origin unknown, possibly India
- Hardiness: Drought Tolerant, Frost Sensitive, Heat Tolerant
- Exposure: Full sun
- Plant Dimensions: Tall (Greater than 24")
- Variety Info: 2"–6" plumes in brilliant red and golden shades
- Attributes: Cut Flower
Sowing Info
- When to Sow Outside: 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, when soil is at least 60°F.
- When to Start Inside: RECOMMENDED. 6 to 8 weeks before your average last frost date.
- Days to Emerge: 7–14 days
- Seed Depth: Surface to ⅛"
- Seed Spacing: A pinch of seeds every 12"
- Thinning: When 2" tall, thin to 1 every 12"