Such a beautiful variety!\u00a0 I wasn’t sure what to expect with this new-to-me amaranth, and it was a stunner.\u00a0 The big, burgundy heads positively stole the show, particularly in late summer as they bulked up in girth and size.\u00a0 Really eye catching plants, and the foliage is also tinged with hot pink.\u00a0 Everyone asked about these ‘flowers’!\u00a0 Fertility probably affects this plant, so amend the soil well for the nicest, largest heads.\u00a0 I believe this particular variety originates in Italy and goes by the name ‘Testa di Elefante’.\u00a0 When young the leaves can be eaten like spinach, and the seeds can also be eaten.\u00a0 My favorite amaranth so far.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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