Plant Care Amaranth Pigweed

Amaranth Pigweed

Also known as

Slim amaranth, Green amaranth, Smooth amaranth, Smooth pigweed and Red amaranth

Taxonomy

Amaranthus hybridus
Amaranthus
Amaranthaceae
Caryophyllales

How to care for Amaranth Pigweed

💦 Water

How often to water your Amaranth Pigweed

Water needs for Amaranth Pigweed
0.5 cups
every 9

Amaranth Pigweed needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Amaranth Pigweed

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

Select the pot size

5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Amaranth Pigweed in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Amaranth Pigweed: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Amaranth Pigweed love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Amaranth Pigweed does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Amaranth Pigweed in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Amaranth Pigweed

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Amaranth Pigweed: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Amaranth Pigweed after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs
💦 Water Needs

Amaranth Pigweed prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Amaranth Pigweed Water Frequency →

Amaranth Pigweed Root Rot →


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Amaranth Pigweed requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Amaranth Pigweed Light Requirements →

Amaranth Pigweed Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

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🪴 Soil

Amaranth Pigweed does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Amaranth Pigweed →

When and How to Successfully Repot Amaranth Pigweed →


💩 Fertilizer

Amaranth Pigweed should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Amaranth Pigweed →


⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Amaranth Pigweed grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

How and When to Prune Amaranth Pigweed →


🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Amaranth Pigweed can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 6a-12b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Amaranth Pigweed Temperature Tolerance →


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Amaranth Pigweed

Amaranth Pigweed

Amaranth Pigweed


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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