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Amaranthaceae
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Velvet Curtains amaranth (Amaranthus caudatus)
Adapt care to height, wind, and the plant’s actual development. Velvet Curtains is a tall annual amaranth with uniform dark-crimson foliage and dark-purple flower spikes rising above the plant. The current W.H. Perron page states approximately 150 cm tall with a 90-to-120-cm spread. Sow four to six weeks before final frost at 21–24°C; germination takes 8 to 10 days. Transplant after frost into full sun and drained soil, maintain average moisture without standing water, and stake in exposed sites or very rich soil. The packet contains approximately 175 non-organic bare seeds. Velvet Curtains is a tall annual amaranth with uniform.
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Common nameVelvet Curtains amaranth
FamilyAmaranthaceae
GenusAmaranthus
Speciescaudatus
CultivarVelvet Curtains
TypeNon-organic seeds, Treated seeds, coated seeds
Botanical nameAmaranthus caudatus
Velvet Curtains amaranth (Amaranthus caudatus) Velvet Curtains amaranth is an ornamental flowers variety offered as seed for gardeners who want clear, practical product information. Confirmed details include maturity:, height: 150 cm, spread:, colour: red cramoisi. You can adjust care to your soil, weather, and observed growth without exceeding the plant’s actual needs. Velvet Curtains This amaranth displays uniform dark crimson foliage and flower spikes creating a nice contrast in your garden. Good air movement and spacing that follows the product information support steady development throughout the growing season. Gradual hardening helps reduce transplant stress when seedlings have been started indoors before moving into the garden.
The packet contains approximately 175 seeds, and the formulation is non-organic seeds, treated seeds, coated seeds. For best results, follow the sowing, light, and spacing information associated with this variety. It is best to adapt care to your garden’s microclimate instead of following a fixed watering schedule in every situation. A suitable mulch can help stabilize moisture, reduce soil splash, and limit competition from weeds around established plants. Growth is worth checking after major changes in temperature, light exposure, rainfall, or watering frequency. You can keep the labelled packet until harvest or flowering so the variety details remain easy to consult.
Measured care based on the plant’s condition generally supports better balance than unnecessary routine treatments. For containers, drainage and soil volume directly influence moisture stability around the roots and the frequency of watering. In the garden, an accessible position makes observation, occasional watering, harvesting, and timely maintenance easier. It is recommended to remove only damaged material while retaining healthy foliage needed for continued growth. Results may vary with weather, sowing date, soil quality, and the number of hours of useful light each day. This approach helps gardeners enjoy the variety’s confirmed qualities without adding more maintenance than the plant requires.
In the garden
- Exposure
- Full sun
- Life cycle
- Annual
Sowing guide
Sowing & germination
Sowing depth
Very shallow; cover lightly
Spacing / density
Approximately 60 to 90 cm between plants
Germination temperature
21 to 24°C
Germination time
8 to 10 days
Sowing period
Indoors 4 to 6 weeks before final frost
Propagation
Seed
Growing method
For best results with Velvet Curtains amaranth, follow the confirmed sowing information and observe growth at each stage. Velvet Curtains amaranth is an ornamental flowers variety offered as seed for gardeners who want clear, practical product information. Confirmed details include maturity:, height: 150 cm, spread:, colour: red cramoisi. The packet contains approximately 175 seeds, and the formulation is non-organic seeds, treated seeds, coated seeds. For best results, follow the sowing, light, and spacing information associated with this variety. You can adjust care to your soil, weather, and observed growth without exceeding the plant’s actual needs. Velvet Curtains This amaranth displays uniform dark crimson foliage and flower spikes creating a nice contrast in your garden. For containers, drainage and soil volume directly influence moisture stability around the roots and the frequency of watering. In the garden, an accessible position makes observation, occasional watering, harvesting, and timely maintenance easier. It is recommended to remove only damaged material while retaining healthy foliage needed for continued growth. Results may vary with weather, sowing date, soil quality, and the number of hours of useful light each day. This approach helps gardeners enjoy the variety’s confirmed qualities without adding more maintenance than the plant requires.
Soil and care
Soil & care
Soil pH
Approximately 6.0 to 7.5
Minimum temperature
Frost tender during annual production
Care level
Moderate to high, especially for staking and end-of-season cleanup
Watering
Adapt care to height, wind, and the plant’s actual development. Velvet Curtains is a tall annual amaranth with uniform dark-crimson foliage and dark-purple flower spikes rising above the plant. The current W.H. Perron page states approximately 150 cm tall with a 90-to-120-cm spread. Sow four to six weeks before final frost at 21–24°C; germination takes 8 to 10 days. Transplant.
Soil type
Adapt care to height, wind, and the plant’s actual development. Velvet Curtains is a tall annual amaranth with uniform dark-crimson foliage and dark-purple flower spikes rising above the plant. The current W.H. Perron page states approximately 150 cm tall with a 90-to-120-cm spread. Sow four to six weeks before final frost at 21–24°C; germination takes 8 to 10 days. Transplant.
Fertilization
Adapt care to height, wind, and the plant’s actual development. Velvet Curtains is a tall annual amaranth with uniform dark-crimson foliage and dark-purple flower spikes rising above the plant. The current W.H. Perron page states approximately 150 cm tall with a 90-to-120-cm spread. Sow four to six weeks before final frost at 21–24°C; germination takes 8 to 10 days. Transplant.
Moisture
Consistent during establishment; avoid waterlogging
Seasonal care
Seasonal care for Velvet Curtains amaranth relies on regular observation, measured intervention, and respect for its growth cycle. Velvet Curtains amaranth is an ornamental flowers variety offered as seed for gardeners who want clear, practical product information. Confirmed details include maturity:, height: 150 cm, spread:, colour: red cramoisi. The packet contains approximately 175 seeds, and the formulation is non-organic seeds, treated seeds, coated seeds. For best results, follow the sowing, light, and spacing information associated with this variety. You can adjust care to your soil, weather, and observed growth without exceeding the plant’s actual needs. Velvet Curtains This amaranth displays uniform dark crimson foliage and flower spikes creating a nice contrast in your garden. For containers, drainage and soil volume directly influence moisture stability around the roots and the frequency of watering. In the garden, an accessible position makes observation, occasional watering, harvesting, and timely maintenance easier. It is recommended to remove only damaged material while retaining healthy foliage needed for continued growth. Results may vary with weather, sowing date, soil quality, and the number of hours of useful light each day. This approach helps gardeners enjoy the variety’s confirmed qualities without adding more maintenance than the plant requires. For best results, check the growing medium before watering and adjust frequency to the actual conditions around the plant. You can review foliage and new growth each week to notice water stress, slowed development, or damage at an early stage.
Container growing
Container growing
Recommended pot size
Large stable container of at least 60 L
Velvet Curtains amaranth can be considered for a container when volume, drainage, and light match the expected growth. Velvet Curtains amaranth is an ornamental flowers variety offered as seed for gardeners who want clear, practical product information. Confirmed details include maturity:, height: 150 cm, spread:, colour: red cramoisi. The packet contains approximately 175 seeds, and the formulation is non-organic seeds, treated seeds, coated seeds. For best results, follow the sowing, light, and spacing information associated with this variety. You can adjust care to your soil, weather, and observed growth without exceeding the plant’s actual needs. Velvet Curtains This amaranth displays uniform dark crimson foliage and flower spikes creating a nice contrast in your garden. For containers, drainage and soil volume directly influence moisture stability around the roots and the frequency of watering. In the garden, an accessible position makes observation, occasional watering, harvesting, and timely maintenance easier. It is recommended to remove only damaged material while retaining healthy foliage needed for continued growth. Results may vary with weather, sowing date, soil quality, and the number of hours of useful light each day. This approach helps gardeners enjoy the variety’s confirmed qualities without adding more maintenance than the plant requires.
Bloom and dimensions
Size, flowering & harvest
Mature height
150 cm (59.1 in)
Width / spread
90 to 120 cm (35.4 to 47.2 in)
Flower color
Dark purple to crimson red
Foliage color
Dark crimson red
Foliage type
Textured pointed leaves on sturdy stems
Growth rate
Fast
Growth habit
Upright, spreading, and imposing; flower stems may be weak
Fragrance
No particular fragrance stated
Bloom period
Adapt care to height, wind, and the plant’s actual development. Velvet Curtains is a tall annual amaranth with uniform dark-crimson foliage and dark-purple flower spikes rising above the plant. The current W.H. Perron page states approximately 150 cm tall with a 90-to-120-cm spread. Sow four to six weeks before final frost at 21–24°C; germination takes 8 to 10 days. Transplant.
Days to maturity
10 to 12 weeks, approximately 70 to 84 days
Garden associations
Companion plants & uses
Companion plants
Adapt care to height, wind, and the plant’s actual development. Velvet Curtains is a tall annual amaranth with uniform dark-crimson foliage and dark-purple flower spikes rising above the plant. The current W.H. Perron page states approximately 150 cm tall with a 90-to-120-cm spread. Sow four to six weeks before final frost at 21–24°C; germination takes 8 to 10 days. Transplant after frost into full sun and drained soil, maintain average moisture without standing water, and stake in exposed sites or.
Garden use
Adapt care to height, wind, and the plant’s actual development. Velvet Curtains is a tall annual amaranth with uniform dark-crimson foliage and dark-purple flower spikes rising above the plant. The current W.H. Perron page states approximately 150 cm tall with a 90-to-120-cm spread. Sow four to six weeks before final frost at 21–24°C; germination takes 8 to 10 days. Transplant after frost into full sun and drained soil, maintain average moisture without standing water, and stake in exposed sites or.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
What does the packet contain?
Approximately 175 bare Velvet Curtains seeds; the packet is not advertised as organic. Velvet Curtains is a tall annual amaranth with uniform dark-crimson foliage and dark-purple flower spikes rising above the plant. The current W.H. Perron page states approximately 150 cm tall with a 90-to-120-cm spread. Sow four to six weeks before final frost at 21–24°C; germination takes 8 to 10 days. Transplant after frost into full sun and drained soil, maintain average moisture without standing water, and stake in exposed sites or very rich soil. The packet contains approximately 175 non-organic bare seeds. Velvet Curtains is a tall annual amaranth with uniform dark-crimson foliage and dark-purple flower spikes rising.
Which botanical identity should be used?
The current retail page and technical sheet use Amaranthus caudatus; this identity is retained despite an older catalogue placement under cruentus. Velvet Curtains is a tall annual amaranth with uniform dark-crimson foliage and dark-purple flower spikes rising above the plant. The current W.H. Perron page states approximately 150 cm tall with a 90-to-120-cm spread. Sow four to six weeks before final frost at 21–24°C; germination takes 8 to 10 days. Transplant after frost into full sun and drained soil, maintain average moisture without standing water, and stake in exposed sites or very rich soil. The packet contains approximately 175 non-organic bare seeds. Velvet Curtains is a tall annual amaranth with.
How tall does it grow?
The current retail page states approximately 150 cm; an older descriptive sheet states 120 cm, a discrepancy retained in the evidence. Velvet Curtains is a tall annual amaranth with uniform dark-crimson foliage and dark-purple flower spikes rising above the plant. The current W.H. Perron page states approximately 150 cm tall with a 90-to-120-cm spread. Sow four to six weeks before final frost at 21–24°C; germination takes 8 to 10 days. Transplant after frost into full sun and drained soil, maintain average moisture without standing water, and stake in exposed sites or very rich soil. The packet contains approximately 175 non-organic bare seeds. Velvet Curtains is a tall annual amaranth with.
Does it need staking?
Yes in exposed sites or very rich soil because the tall flower stems may become weak. Velvet Curtains is a tall annual amaranth with uniform dark-crimson foliage and dark-purple flower spikes rising above the plant. The current W.H. Perron page states approximately 150 cm tall with a 90-to-120-cm spread. Sow four to six weeks before final frost at 21–24°C; germination takes 8 to 10 days. Transplant after frost into full sun and drained soil, maintain average moisture without standing water, and stake in exposed sites or very rich soil. The packet contains approximately 175 non-organic bare seeds. Velvet Curtains is a tall annual amaranth with uniform dark-crimson foliage and dark-purple.
When should spikes be cut?
Cut them when well coloured for fresh arrangements or let them mature further for drying. Velvet Curtains is a tall annual amaranth with uniform dark-crimson foliage and dark-purple flower spikes rising above the plant. The current W.H. Perron page states approximately 150 cm tall with a 90-to-120-cm spread. Sow four to six weeks before final frost at 21–24°C; germination takes 8 to 10 days. Transplant after frost into full sun and drained soil, maintain average moisture without standing water, and stake in exposed sites or very rich soil. The packet contains approximately 175 non-organic bare seeds. Velvet Curtains is a tall annual amaranth with uniform dark-crimson foliage and dark-purple flower.
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