Chaff Flower

Achyranthes carpathicum

Amaranthaceae
Perennial
Ornamental
Attracts pollinators

About this plant

Achyranthes carpathicum, known as Chaff Flower, is a perennial ornamental plant from the Amaranthaceae family. It requires full sun and medium watering, thriving in USDA zones 5–8. This plant typically grows to 0.5–1 meter in height and blooms with white and pink flowers from July to September. It prefers loamy or chalky soil and is beneficial for pollinators, though it is not fragrant or toxic.

Light

Full sun

Watering

Medium water

Soil

Loamy, Chalky

Height

0.5–1 m

Spread

0.3–0.5 m

Zones

5–8

Flower colors

Calendar
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F
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D
Direct Sowing
Bloom Period
plantory.ai

Features

  • Blooms: July, August, September
  • Colors: White, pink
  • Fragrant: No
  • Pollinator-friendly: Yes
  • Toxic: No
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