Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Characteristics
Bold multicolored foliage
Growth Habit
Upright bushy growth
Bloom Season
Summer to early autumn
Flavour Profile
Not applicable
Suitable for
Outdoor
Seed Type
Open pollinated
Plant Type
Ornamental foliage plant
Planting Season
Spring
Fruit Size
Not applicable
Plant Height
60 to 90 cm
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Water Needs
Moderate
Hardiness Zones
Warm temperate climate
Container Garden
Yes
Plant Spacing
30 to 40 cm
Planting Depth
Surface sow light cover
Growing Conditions
Sunny locations
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Amaranthus 'Illumination' a popular ornamental plant?
What makes Amaranthus 'Illumination' a popular ornamental plant?
Amaranthus 'Illumination' is admired for its brilliantly colored foliage in shades of red, orange, yellow, and green, along with its upright growth habit, making it a popular choice for ornamental borders, feature plantings, and colorful garden displays.
Where can Amaranthus 'Illumination' be grown?
Where can Amaranthus 'Illumination' be grown?
It grows well in flower beds, borders, mixed landscape plantings, and large containers with fertile, well-drained soil in a location that receives full sun.
Do bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects visit the flowers?
Do bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects visit the flowers?
Yes, the flowering spikes may attract bees and other beneficial insects during the blooming season, contributing to a diverse garden environment.
Can Amaranthus 'Illumination' be used as a focal point in the garden?
Can Amaranthus 'Illumination' be used as a focal point in the garden?
Yes, its bold, multicolored foliage and upright growth make it well suited as a specimen plant, background accent, mixed border feature, or centerpiece in ornamental landscapes.
Does regular maintenance help keep plants attractive?
Does regular maintenance help keep plants attractive?
Yes, removing faded flower spikes and maintaining suitable growing conditions helps keep plants neat and supports healthy, vigorous growth throughout the season.
Does Amaranthus 'Illumination' provide long-lasting seasonal interest?
Does Amaranthus 'Illumination' provide long-lasting seasonal interest?
Yes, healthy plants produce vibrant ornamental foliage and decorative flower spikes, adding lasting color, texture, height, and visual appeal to gardens, borders, and containers throughout the growing season under suitable growing conditions.