Amaranthus tricolor
Joseph's Coat
Description
This annual has beautiful, multi-colored leaves that are a deep maroon and crimson red. Small green and red flowers bloom in summer and fall but are considered inconspicuous compared to the tropical-looking foliage. This plant can grow 3'-6' tall and 1'-3' wide. It needs full sun and well draining soil.
Sun
Full
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.