Amaranthus caudatus Coral Fountain

Amaranthus caudatus Coral Fountain, also known as Fox Tail Amaranth, is a very elegant variety with beautiful trailing panicles in a stunning colour that evolves from a deep, muted red to a soft coral pink. It is beautiful in the garden and also makes lovely fresh cut flowers and dried flowers. In addition to its ornamental qualities, its delicious seeds are rich in protein. Sow this remarkable annual directly in place in April and May for flowering from July to September.

Amaranthus caudatus, also known as Love-Lies-Bleeding, belongs to the Amaranthaceae family. This amaranth is native to tropical regions of South America, particularly Peru, and is widely cultivated worldwide for its unique beauty. It often reaches a height of 60 to 90 centimetres, taller under optimal growing conditions. It is distinguished by its long, trailing inflorescences that resemble fox tails, hence its common name. These inflorescences can measure up to 30 centimetres long and are composed of small, colourful flowers ranging from bright red to deep purple.

The Coral Fountain Amaranthus reaches a height of 1.10 meters or even up to 1.50 metres under optimal conditions. It has an upright and highly branched habit. The plant has lanceolate, alternate, matte green leaves with strongly marked veins. The flowers are grouped in trailing clusters, forming spectacular inflorescences in long, trailing panicles that can measure up to 20 to 25 cm long. They have a beautiful colour that evolves throughout the season from dark red to coral pink.

The Fox Tail Amaranth is often used for decorative purposes in gardens or floral arrangements. Its trailing inflorescences add an exotic and elegant touch to floral compositions. In addition, its edible seeds can be used in cooking, particularly for cereal preparations. Its nutritional qualities are also remarkable: the protein, calcium, and vitamins contained in these tiny seeds make them a popular food for vegetarians. The Coral Fountain Amaranthus should be positioned in full sun and sheltered from the wind in well-drained and moist soil, alongside other cutting flowers, and can be combined in beautiful bouquets with Dahlias, Zinnias, or Cosmos.