Common names:
Amaranth, Foxtail Amaranth
About This Plant
Red Spike Amaranth features dark red upright foliage with plumes of gracefully arched, feathery flowerheads. Growing up to 60 inches high, this plant is a fascinating specimen in both gardens and flower arrangements alike. Plume varieties of Amaranth grow mostly upright and form a giant, broomstick like stalk that is topped by a giant plume that is anywhere from 24-36” high. They are stunning to see.
It is much more than just a highly prized ornamental however. Historically, the use of Amaranth as an ornamental plant is a relatively recent development. It’s origins go back many thousands of years. Known as Huaútli by the Aztecs, Read More