Amaranthus Seeds - Pygmys Torch Amaranthus hypochondriacus
- Annual; Grows 12-16 Inches
- Upright, dark red flower and green foliage
- Prefers full sun exposure
Shipping Schedule
Seeds are shipped year-round, while perennials & bulbs are shipped seasonally. Pre-ordered bulbs ship at the proper planting time for your zone. Spring pre-orders are placed any time before March 1. Fall pre-orders are placed any time before September 1. These items will not ship immediately, but will be delivered at the ideal time for planting. Orders containing both seeds and bulbs may be split into multiple shipments. Click here for more shipping information.
Pre-Ordered Spring Bulbs & Perennials | Shipping Begins |
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Zones 9 - 12 | Late February to Early March |
Zone 8 | Early to Mid March |
Zone 7 | Mid to Late March |
Zone 6 | Early April |
Zone 5 | Late April |
Zones 2 - 4 | Late April to Early May |
In-season orders ship immediately at the time of purchase to all zones until inventory is depleted. | |
Saffron Crocus & Bearded Iris | Shipping Begins |
All Zones | Late August |
Pre-Ordered Fall Bulbs | Shipping Begins |
Zones 2 - 4 | Mid September |
Zone 5 | Mid to Late September |
Zone 6 | Late September |
Zone 7 | Late September to Early October |
Zones 8 - 12 | Early to Mid October |
In-season orders ship immediately at the time of purchase to all zones until inventory is depleted. | |
Pre-Ordered Fall Perennials* | Shipping Begins |
All Zones | Mid October |
*Amaryllis Bulbs, Hosta Roots, Lily Bulbs, Papaver Roots, Paperwhite Bulbs, Peony Roots & Siberian Iris Roots |
Product Description
Grow Heirloom Amaranthus - Plant Pygmy's Torch Amaranthus Seeds
Growing a maximum of 16 inches high, Pygmy's Torch is a great choice for nearly any garden space or container! Throwing its bold plumes of color into the air, Amaranthus provides a unique texture to any landscape or floral design.
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Fast Facts
Name: Amaranthus Seeds - Pygmys Torch Botanical Name: Amaranthus hypochondriacus Life Cycle: Annual Light Requirement: Full Sun Planting Season: Spring Plant Type: Upright Foliage Plant, Compact Shrub Habit, Ovate Leaf Shape Features: Heirloom, Drought Tolerant, Cut Flower Garden, Good for Dried Flowers, Attracts Pollinators, Container Garden Color: Red, Green Blooms: Summer, Late Summer, Early Fall, Fall Days to Maturity: 60-90 Days Plant Height: 16 inches Plant Spacing: 6-8 inches Planting Depth: 1/16 inch Sowing Method: Start Indoors, Direct Sow Cold Stratification: No Seeds per Packet: 500 mg Seeds per Pound: 680, 000 Hardiness Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Ships: Year Round -
Seed Coverage
Amount Recommended Coverage Packet Up to 80 Sq. Ft Ounce Package Up to 625 Sq. Ft 1/4 Pound Package Up to 2,500 Sq. Ft 1 Pound Sack Up to10,000 Sq. Ft 5 Pound Sack Up to 1.3 Acres
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