Amaranthus Oeschberg  with glorious fluffy spikes of seed heads which reselmble fox's  tails. Great for drying and bouquets and floral installations.  It will last without a water source for weeks before losing colour and turning brown. 
 
When to Sow: Feb- Mar

HOW TO SOW AMARANTHUS CRUENTUS:
Sow indoors - Sow into moist well drained compost and cover with a 1mm sprinkle of soil. Ideal temp. 22°C. Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into individual pots.

Sow Direct - Sow only when danger of frost has passed. into a prepared seed bed. Thin seedlings and re transplant if necessary.
 
Classification:  Half Hardy Annual
Expert Level:  Easy to Grow
Germination Time : 1-2 Weeks
 
Site: Full Sun/Part Sun
Soil Type: Will grow in most soils
Soil Acidity: All Types
Mositure: Well drained
Care: Pinch for branching and smaller seed heads . Will require staking
Use: Garden Borders, Cut Flowers, Dried
Harvesting: Cut when  seed heads are fully coloured and the required size
Days to Maturity:  65-75 Days
 
Vase Life: 11 -21 Days
Height: 80-90cm
Plant Spacing:  30cm