Amaranthus blitum, commonly called purple amaranth or Guernsey pigweed, is an annual plant species in the economically important plant family Amaranthaceae. Native to the Mediterranean region, it is naturalized in other parts of the world.
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Amaranthus blitum
What is the plant
Amaranthus blitum is an erect or semi-prostrate annual plant. The single or branched stem can grow to one metre (three point three feet) tall. The green or purplish leaves are up to 10 cm (4 in) long on stalks of a similar length and are arranged spirally. They are simple, roughly triangular in shape and have entire margins. The inflorescence is a spike with the tiny male and female flowers clustered together. The fruits are small globular capsules containing disc-shaped seeds.
lighting
Full Sun
difficulty
Easy
How to Care for the Plant
Water
However, to produce nice leaves, make sure to keep the soil moist at the root level. ideally, amaranth needs a few inches (2-3cm) of water once or twice a week.
Pruning
Make judicious cuts to encourage new growth. Cut just before a leaf node. Or when cutting back larger stems, cut as close to the main stem as possible.
Fertilizer
Use a fertilizer formulated specifically for your plant. Avoid over-fertilizing and follow the instruction on the label.
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Sunlight
This plant needs a lot of sunlight, but it has to be protected from the strongest rays of the sun.
Soil
The ideal blend of soil for plant growth is called loam. Often referred to as topsoil or black dirt by landscape companies, loam is a mixture of sand, clay, and silt.
Temperature
The plant can be grown in the areas with the lowest winter temperatures between -30°F and -20°F or -34.4°C and -28.9°C. It is grown as annual.
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Container
Whether your potted plants are indoors or outdoors, proper drainage is an essential element to ensure they stay healthy.
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