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Amaranthaceae

Red to purple, ovate foliage. Insignificant flowers in a globular head.

Plant Form or Habit: upright

Plant Type: annual

Plant Use: beds & borders
container plantings

Propagation: stem cuttings

Light Requirement: high medium

Flower Color: white to greenish white

Blooming Period: summer

Height: 24 inches

Width: 24 inches

Foliage Texture: medium

Heat Tolerance: high

Water Requirements: medium

Additional Comments: Needs good drainage; excellent color; shears well; grows very fast.