Description Amaranthus Velvet Curtains Amaranthus cruentus This plant is not on the Australian Noxious Weed List Amaranthus Velvet Curtains is an attractive, eye-catching annual or biannual that produces spikes of deep purple flowers above dark crimson leaves, from early summer until autumn.  A very early bloomer and easy to grow from seed, the flower spikes make good cut flowers or can be dried for use in arrangements. The amaranth’s seeds are edible, as are the young leaves. This plant growing to 90cm – 120cm, needs a position in full sun with well-drained, light soil and protection from late frosts. Offered is a 2 gram packet containing 3600 approx. seeds and Grownotes. All my seed is posted in bubble wrap protection. AUSTRALIAN BUYERS. Payment by PayPal is preferred but Direct Deposit is welcome. INTERNATIONAL BUYERS. Payment via PayPal, please. Terms & Conditions. Ole Lantana Seeds will not be responsible whatsoever for actions taken by the customer after receipt of the goods, this includes germination results, crop performance or loss as these are beyond the control of Ole Lantana Seeds. International buyers are responsible for knowing their country’s importation laws. NOTE: In order to protect our existing stock from outside contamination, we do not accept returns. Item specifics Plant Habit: Tall, upright Common Name: Amaranthus Velvet Curtains Climate: Sub-tropical, Temperate Season of Interest: Spring Sunlight: Full Sun Watering: Medium Genus: Amaranthus Type: Annual Foliage: Crimson Soil pH: Neutral Species: cruentus Soil Type: Clay, Loam, Sand Plant Hardiness Zone (°C): 4 (0 to 5 °C) *ALL PICTURES SHOWN ARE FOR ILLUSTRATION PURPOSES ONLY