Amaranthus tricolor
Joseph's Coat
Description
This plant has beautiful, multicolored leaves that are a deep maroon and crimson red.
Plant Type
Annual
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Green, Red, Yellow
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage
Accenting Features
Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Fall
Location Uses
Raised Planter, Walls / Fences
Special Uses
Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.