Victory Seed Company Love Lies Bleeding Amaranth
Best ornamental heirloom for gardeners seeking dramatic vertical visual interest.
A striking, tall-growing ornamental that doubles as a versatile food source. Its dramatic, cascading fuchsia-red blooms provide visual flair, while the leaves and seeds offer a nutritious, spinach-like flavor and grain-like texture.
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking high-impact ornamental flowers for visual drama
- Conservation-minded growers prioritizing traditional plant varieties and seed saving
- Homesteaders looking for dual-purpose plants that offer beauty and food
Who should skip it
- Low-maintenance gardeners who prefer plants that stay strictly contained
- Urban growers with limited square footage or small raised beds
- Landscapers in windy corridors unwilling to provide manual staking support
Performance breakdown
Ornamental Impact
Dramatic, cascading fuchsia blooms create an undeniable focal point in gardens.
Culinary Versatility
Dual-purpose harvest offers both tender greens and nutrient-dense pseudo-grain seeds.
Wildlife Attraction
Reliably draws migrating birds to the landscape during the autumn months.
Growth Speed
Long maturity window requires patience for full, dramatic flower development.
Space Requirements
Significant height demands careful placement to avoid shading smaller neighboring plants.
Ease of Cultivation
Thrives effortlessly in full sun with minimal maintenance once established.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Amaranthus caudatus
Plant Type
Annual
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Days to Maturity
105 days
Mature Height
72 inches
Plant Spacing
14 inches
Edible
Yes
Pollinator Friendly
Yes
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