An unusual plant for the garden with deep burgundy leaves and seed pods which look fabulous in bouquets and in the garden. Can be dried but will lose their colour turning beige.
 
When to Sow: Mar- May

HOW TO SOW ATRIPLEX HORTENSIS:
Best sowed Direct - Broadcast sow thinkly on to prepared soil and rake over lightly. Thin seedlings as required.
 
Classification: Hardy/ Half Hardy Annual
Expert Level: Easy to grow
Germination Time : 2-3 weeks
 
Site: Full Sun / Part Sun
Soil Type: Chalk / Sand/ Loam
Soil Acidity: All Types
Mositure: Well drained
Care: May require staking, deadhead  to prevent self seeding
Use: Cut Flowers, Garden Borders
Harvesting: Cut when seed pods are fully formed, Strip leaves  to prevent then from wilting
Days to Maturity:  40 - 60 Day
 
Vase Life: 10 Days +
Height:180cm
Plant Spacing:  25cm