Amaranthus tricolor
Bhaji
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Bhaji (Amaranthus tricolor) - Description
This mix includes a rare color of deep green leaves topped with creamy chartreuse and yellow, also contains purple with red, and a tricolor mix of red, green and gold. Ideal for the back of the border. Height 3-4'. Space 12-18" apart. Start indoors or out. Grows best in full sun. Burpee Exclusive.
Bhaji (Amaranthus tricolor) - Blooming
Blooms dense cymes of red or green flowers followed by seed heads. Prolong flowering by watering freely during dry summer periods.
Bhaji (Amaranthus tricolor) - 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.
Bhaji (Amaranthus tricolor) - 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.
Bhaji (Amaranthus tricolor) - Pest
Aphids. White and brown rust. Prone to virus diseases and fungi leaf parasites. Watch for root rot.
Bhaji (Amaranthus tricolor) - 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.
Bhaji (Amaranthus tricolor) - 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.
