Amaranthus tricolor 'Early Splendor' (Joseph's Coat)
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Amaranthus tricolor 'Early Splendor' (Joseph's Coat) is a bushy, upright annual with large, brilliant crimson-red upper leaves contrasting the lower chocolate-brown leaves. Growing taller and taller during the summer months, Amaranthus tricolor adds drama in the garden. Wonderfully exotic and easy to grow.
- Grows up to 2-5 ft. tall (60-150 cm) and 2-3 ft. wide (30-60 cm).
- Performs best in full sun, in moderately fertile, humus-rich, moist, well-drained soils. Appreciates some afternoon shade in hot summer climates. Drought tolerant once established.
- Generally disease free. Keep an eye our for aphids.
- Propagate by seed.
- Native to Tropical Asia.
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Requirements
| Hardiness | 2
– 11 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones | 1
– 11 |
| Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2 |
| Plant Type | Annuals |
| Plant Family | Amaranthus - Amaranths |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall |
| Height | 2' – 5' (60cm – 150cm) |
| Spread | 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm) |
| Spacing | 24" (60cm) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Tolerance | Drought |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |
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Requirements
| Hardiness | 2
– 11 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones | 1
– 11 |
| Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2 |
| Plant Type | Annuals |
| Plant Family | Amaranthus - Amaranths |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall |
| Height | 2' – 5' (60cm – 150cm) |
| Spread | 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm) |
| Spacing | 24" (60cm) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Tolerance | Drought |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |
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