Love-Lies-Bleeding

Amaranthus caudatus, Amaranthaceae

Zones

2–11

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Annual

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

Producer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

Moderate

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Garden DahliaDahlia pinnata

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Bearded IrisIris germanica

Trap CropBeneficial Insect Habitat

Tiger LilyLilium lancifolium

Trap Crop

Sulphur CosmosCosmos sulphureus

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Purple Prairie CloverDalea purpurea

Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

SesameSesamum indicum

Tall amaranth can shade sesame and both compete for nutrients

Uses

Functions

FoodOrnamental

Edible Parts

SeedsLeaves

Common Questions

What zones does Love-Lies-Bleeding grow in?

Love-Lies-Bleeding grows in USDA hardiness zones 2 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Love-Lies-Bleeding?

Good companions for Love-Lies-Bleeding include Garden Dahlia, Bearded Iris, Tiger Lily, Sulphur Cosmos, Purple Prairie Clover.

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