Zone: 8-11 (grow here as an annual)
Height/Drop: 90-120 cm (3-4 ft)
Spread: 30-90 cm (1-3 ft)
Bloom: Tiny lime-green flowers on dense drooping tassels- summer through fall
Foliage: Mid-green
Seed: All amaranth seed is edible
Light: Full sun (at least 5 hr) to part shade
Water: Moderate
Soil: Not rich, well-drained
Garden Location: Nice hanging over stone wall or in large container. Excellent for contrast.
Amaranthus caudatus 'Green Tails' (Tassel flower)
Amaranths are handsome and multipurpose plants. Young leaves and seeds are edible. Traditional medicinal uses are multiple, but not well documented.