Amaranthus Love Lies Bleeding Red – Amaranthus Caudatus Bulk Seeds for Vibrant Flower Beds

Product Overview

Add dramatic vertical interest and rich crimson color to your landscape with Amaranthus Love Lies Bleeding, scientifically known as Amaranthus caudatus. This heirloom flowering plant is admired for its striking, cascading red tassels that create a weeping effect, making it a standout choice for flower beds, borders, and ornamental gardens. A fast-growing annual, it provides a bold texture and color contrast in midsummer through fall.

Key Features

• Common Name: Love Lies Bleeding
• Scientific Name: Amaranthus caudatus
• Type: Annual flowering plant
• Unique trailing red blooms that resemble velvet tassels
• Ideal for flower beds, borders, containers, and dried floral arrangements
• Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies

Growing Conditions

• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-draining soil, moderately fertile
• Water: Moderate; water when soil begins to dry
• Height: 3 to 5 feet tall
• Bloom Time: Mid-summer to early fall
• USDA Zones: Annual in all zones

Planting Instructions

1. Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost or sow directly after frost has passed.
2. Sow seeds 1/8 inch deep in moist, well-draining soil.
3. Maintain soil temperature around 70°F (21°C) for optimal germination.
4. Thin seedlings to 12–18 inches apart once established.

Care Tips

• Pinch early growth to encourage bushier plants.
• Deadhead spent blooms to extend flowering season.
• Fertilize lightly if soil is poor—avoid excess nitrogen.
• Stake taller plants in windy areas for support.

Uses

• Perfect for bold, colorful flower beds and cottage gardens
• Excellent for borders, containers, and vertical interest
• Popular in cut flower arrangements and dried bouquets
• Traditional ornamental plant with historical garden appeal

Why Choose Love Lies Bleeding Amaranthus?

Known for its striking red tassels and rich historical symbolism, Love Lies Bleeding adds old-world charm and bold color to any garden. Its drought tolerance and ease of growth make it a reliable annual for showy displays and pollinator support.

FAQ

Can I use Love Lies Bleeding in floral arrangements?

Yes, the long-lasting tassels are excellent for both fresh and dried arrangements.

Is this plant edible?

While ornamental types are primarily grown for beauty, young leaves and seeds of some Amaranthus species are edible. Ensure proper identification before consumption.

Does it self-seed?

Yes, in favorable conditions it may reseed itself and return the following year.