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Bulk Love Lies Bleeding Seeds

Bulk Love Lies Bleeding Seeds

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Known as Amaranthus, Tassel Flower and Foxtail Amaranth, Love-Lies-Bleeding is truly a unique specimen. This ancient species is native to the American Tropics, where it was known to be edible as well as beautiful. Now grown as an ornamental annual, Love Lies Bleeding can grow from 3-8 feet tall, prefers full sun and is noted for its versatile tolerance both to humid and dry conditions.

About

Seed Type Heirloom
Life Cycle Annual
Planting Season Spring
Color Red
Growth Habit Upright
Bloom Season Summer through Fall
Use Container Garden, Cut Flower Garden, Dried Flowers
Growing Conditions Drought Tolerant, Poor Soil Tolerant
Plant Resistance Deer
Plant Characteristics Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Pollinators, Edible

How to Plant

Planting Season Spring
Seed Prep Requires Light
Sowing Method Direct Sow, Start Indoors
Light Requirement Full Sun
Planting Depth 1/16 inch
Plant Height 36 to 60 inches
Plant Spacing 8 to 10 inches
Water Needs Average
Hardiness Zones 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10

Seed Coverage

Amount
Recommended Coverage
Packet Up to 80 Sq. Ft
1 Ounce Up to 625 Sq. Ft
1/4 Pound Up to 2,500 Sq. Ft
1 Pound Up to 10,000 Sq. Ft
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