Green Amaranth
Amaranthus hybridus
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
medium
Size
12"–60" H × 6"–24" W
Bloom
Jul, Aug, Sep
Native to
AL, AR, DE, FL and 17 more states
Pollinators
bees, beetles
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Green amaranth is a fast-growing annual herb that produces dense, upright flower spikes from summer through early fall. This native plant can reach up to 5 feet tall with a bushy, somewhat coarse appearance and thrives in sunny locations with moderate water.
In an HOA neighborhood
Green Amaranth takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Strongly resembles common weeds
- Can grow quite tall and rangy
- May self-seed aggressively
Wildlife value
The long-blooming flower spikes attract bees and beetles throughout the summer months. Seeds provide food for birds and small wildlife in fall.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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