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Amaranthaceae

Globular flower heads similar to clover; opposite leaves with entire margins.

Plant Form or Habit: upright rounded

Plant Type: annual

Plant Use: beds & borders cutflowers

Propagation: seed

Light Requirement: high

Flower Color: lavender, pink, white, red

Blooming Period: summer

Height: 1-2 feet

Width: 1-2 feet

Foliage Texture: medium

Heat Tolerance: very high

Water Requirements: low

Additional Comments: Used as both a cut and dried flower; old fashioned garden plant that is dependable and tough; new cultivars are more compact.