{"product_id":"amaranthus-josephs-coat-seeds-amaranthus-tricolor","title":"Amaranthus Joseph's Coat Seeds — Amaranthus tricolor","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Garden's Most Vivid Living Tapestry\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eNamed after the biblical coat of many colours, \u003cstrong\u003eAmaranthus Joseph's Coat\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eAmaranthus tricolor\u003c\/em\u003e) is one of the most visually striking foliage plants you can grow from seed. The leaves are an absolute riot of colour — rich crimson, brilliant gold, vivid green, and warm bronze, all swirling together in a single plant that looks more like a tropical artwork than a garden annual. As the season progresses the colours intensify, particularly in the upper leaves, creating a flame-like effect that becomes more dramatic as summer heats up. Unlike many ornamental plants, Joseph's Coat earns its place in the garden through foliage alone — providing bold, long-lasting colour from planting right through to the first frosts, long after many flowering annuals have finished.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Gardeners Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌈 \u003cstrong\u003eExtraordinary multicoloured foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e — rich crimson, gold, green and bronze swirling together in a single plant, unlike almost anything else in the garden\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🔥 \u003cstrong\u003eColours intensify with heat\u003c\/strong\u003e — the upper leaves develop a vivid flame-like brilliance as summer temperatures rise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003eLong season of interest\u003c\/strong\u003e — provides bold colour from planting through to the first frosts, long after many annuals are spent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong\u003eFast growing and easy\u003c\/strong\u003e — germinates readily and grows quickly into a substantial, eye-catching plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌾 \u003cstrong\u003eDrought tolerant once established\u003c\/strong\u003e — thrives in warm, sunny conditions with minimal fuss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📸 \u003cstrong\u003eStunning in arrangements\u003c\/strong\u003e — the vivid foliage adds bold colour and drama to fresh flower arrangements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Tips for New Zealand\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost date, or direct sow into warm garden soil in spring. Seeds need warmth to germinate — ideal temperature is 20–25°C. Press seeds lightly onto the surface of moist seed-raising mix and cover very lightly as they need some light to germinate. Plant out into a sunny, sheltered position with well-drained soil, spacing 30–45 cm apart. Joseph's Coat thrives in heat and full sun — the warmer the better for the most vivid leaf colour. Avoid overfeeding with nitrogen as this can reduce colour intensity. Water regularly until established.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Packet\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach packet contains \u003cstrong\u003e15 seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e of Amaranthus tricolor Joseph's Coat, with sowing and growing instructions included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e📘 Ready to grow at a professional level? The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chbotanics.co.nz\/products\/8209435590725\"\u003eCHBotanics Propagation from Seeds Manual — Professional Edition\u003c\/a\u003e — our comprehensive growing manual covering production techniques, timing, and much more, is available as an instant download. 🌱😊\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chbotanics Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45709490454597,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0734\/2974\/5733\/files\/11160_Amaranthus_Carnival_Josephs_Coat.webp?v=1784089423","url":"https:\/\/chbotanics.co.nz\/products\/amaranthus-josephs-coat-seeds-amaranthus-tricolor","provider":"Chbotanics Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}