Amaranthus 'Early Splendor', Chinese Spinach 'Early Splendor', Fountain Plant 'Early Splendor', Joseph's Coat 'Early Splendor', Summer Poinsettia 'Early Splendor'
Amaranthus tricolor ‘Early Splendor’ (Joseph’s Coat) is a bushy, upright annual with large, brilliant crimson-red upper leaves contrasting the lower chocolate-brown leaves. Growing taller and taller during the summer months, Amaranthus tricolor adds drama in the garden. Wonderfully exotic and easy to grow.
| Hardiness |
2 - 11 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
1 - 11 |
| Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2 |
| Plant Type | Annuals |
| Plant Family | Amaranthaceae |
| Genus | Amaranthus |
| Common names | Amaranth, Chinese Spinach, Joseph's Coat |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest | Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall |
| Height | 2' - 5' (60cm - 150cm) |
| Spread | 2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
| Spacing | 24" (60cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Tolerance | Drought |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |
| Hardiness |
2 - 11 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
1 - 11 |
| Climate Zones | 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2 |
| Plant Type | Annuals |
| Plant Family | Amaranthaceae |
| Genus | Amaranthus |
| Common names | Amaranth, Chinese Spinach, Joseph's Coat |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest | Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall |
| Height | 2' - 5' (60cm - 150cm) |
| Spread | 2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
| Spacing | 24" (60cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Tolerance | Drought |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |
How many Amaranthus tricolor ‘Early Splendor’ (Joseph’s Coat) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Amaranthus tricolor ‘Early Splendor’ (Joseph’s Coat) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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