{"product_id":"500-hot-biscuits-amaranth-seeds-amaranthus-cruentus-ornamental-annual-bronze-orange-plumes-easy-grow-garden-border-container","title":"500+ Hot Biscuits Amaranth Seeds Amaranthus Cruentus Ornamental Annual Bronze Orange Plumes Easy Grow Garden Border Container","description":"\u003cp\u003eHot Biscuits amaranth is an eye-catching ornamental annual grown for its long, feathery plumes of warm bronze-orange color. The sturdy, upright stems and abundant flower spikes bring dramatic height and a sunset glow to sunny borders, cottage gardens, and large containers from midsummer through fall. Blooms also make gorgeous fresh and dried cut flowers, adding rustic texture to seasonal arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis easy-to-grow amaranth thrives in full sun and average, well-draining soil, proving heat tolerant and quite forgiving once established. Mass it in groups for a bold focal point, or weave it among zinnias, grasses, and other warm-toned annuals for a rich textural border. In addition to its ornamental appeal, young leaves are edible and can be picked for salads or cooked like spinach, making Hot Biscuits a versatile choice for both flower and kitchen gardens.\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecies: Amaranthus cruentus\u003cbr\u003e\nVariety: Hot Biscuits\u003cbr\u003e\nType: Ornamental annual; also edible leaf and cut flower\u003cbr\u003e\nPlant Habit: Upright, branching, reaching 3-5 feet tall\u003cbr\u003e\nSun: Full sun\u003cbr\u003e\nSoil: Average, well-draining; tolerates dry conditions once established\u003cbr\u003e\nDays to Harvest: Not applicable; ornamental blooms develop in about 75-90 days from sowing\u003cbr\u003e\nZones: All USDA zones as annual\u003cbr\u003e\nGermination: 7-14 days at 65-75 degrees F\u003cbr\u003e\nSowing: Direct sow after last frost or start indoors 4-6 weeks before; sow 1\/4 inch deep\u003cbr\u003e\nSpacing: Space 12-18 inches apart\u003cbr\u003e\nNotes: Drought and heat tolerant once established; attractive to pollinators\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67662745174152,"sku":"USSS-106","price":8.12,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/4648\/6408\/files\/download_3be8987c-8775-4224-8072-c608244d55ec.jpg?v=1791894222","url":"https:\/\/www.natesgardensupply.com\/products\/500-hot-biscuits-amaranth-seeds-amaranthus-cruentus-ornamental-annual-bronze-orange-plumes-easy-grow-garden-border-container","provider":"Nate's Garden Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}