Gomphrena 'Globosa Mixed', commonly known as Globe Amaranth, is a tough-as-nails annual beloved for its cheerful, clover-like flower heads. This classic mix produces an abundance of papery, globe-shaped blooms in vibrant shades of purple, pink, and white. Celebrated for its extreme heat and drought tolerance, it remains productive and colorful during the peak of summer when other garden plants might flag.
Mature size: 12 to 24 inches in height; 10 to 12 inches in spread.
Flower: Small, 1-inch pom-pom shaped bracts in purple, rose, pink, and white; the actual flowers are tiny and tucked between the colorful bracts.
Foliage: Narrow, oblong, medium-green leaves with a slightly hairy texture.
Hardiness: Warm-season annual; USDA zones 2–11.
Full Sun is essential. Gomphrena thrives in high light and intense heat; insufficient sun will lead to weak, floppy stems and a significant reduction in flower production.
Requires low to moderate watering. While it needs regular moisture to get established, mature Globe Amaranth is remarkably drought-tolerant. It is better to underwater than overwater this species, as it is susceptible to root rot in soggy conditions.
Thrives in well-drained soil of almost any quality. It is highly adaptable to poor, sandy, or clay soils, provided the drainage is excellent. It prefers a neutral soil pH but is not overly sensitive.
Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer at planting. Excessive fertilization, particularly with high nitrogen, will result in lush green growth but very few of the signature globe-shaped flowers.
Deadheading is not strictly necessary for the plant's health, but harvesting the flowers frequently will encourage the plant to branch out and produce even more blooms. It is virtually pest and disease-free, though good air circulation helps prevent occasional powdery mildew.
Gomphrena is a superstar in the cutting garden, boasting an incredible vase life. It is also one of the best flowers for drying; the bracts retain their brilliant color indefinitely. In the landscape, use it in mass plantings, rock gardens, or xeriscaping. The "Mixed" colors pair beautifully with other heat-lovers like Zinnia or Lantana and are highly attractive to pollinators, especially butterflies.
Gomphrena 'Globosa Mixed' is the ultimate "plant it and forget it" annual for sunny spots. Its clover-like blooms provide a unique texture and a relentless splash of color from mid-summer through the first hard frost, making it a reliable staple for both the garden bed and the dried floral arrangement.
NOTE: Available for pickup after 5/15
Gomphrena 'Globosa Mixed', commonly known as Globe Amaranth, is a tough-as-nails annual beloved for its cheerful, clover-like flower heads. This classic mix produces an abundance of papery, globe-shaped blooms in vibrant shades of purple, pink, and white. Celebrated for its extreme heat and drought tolerance, it remains productive and colorful during the peak of summer when other garden plants might flag.
Mature size: 12 to 24 inches in height; 10 to 12 inches in spread.
Flower: Small, 1-inch pom-pom shaped bracts in purple, rose, pink, and white; the actual flowers are tiny and tucked between the colorful bracts.
Foliage: Narrow, oblong, medium-green leaves with a slightly hairy texture.
Hardiness: Warm-season annual; USDA zones 2–11.
Full Sun is essential. Gomphrena thrives in high light and intense heat; insufficient sun will lead to weak, floppy stems and a significant reduction in flower production.
Requires low to moderate watering. While it needs regular moisture to get established, mature Globe Amaranth is remarkably drought-tolerant. It is better to underwater than overwater this species, as it is susceptible to root rot in soggy conditions.
Thrives in well-drained soil of almost any quality. It is highly adaptable to poor, sandy, or clay soils, provided the drainage is excellent. It prefers a neutral soil pH but is not overly sensitive.
Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer at planting. Excessive fertilization, particularly with high nitrogen, will result in lush green growth but very few of the signature globe-shaped flowers.
Deadheading is not strictly necessary for the plant's health, but harvesting the flowers frequently will encourage the plant to branch out and produce even more blooms. It is virtually pest and disease-free, though good air circulation helps prevent occasional powdery mildew.
Gomphrena is a superstar in the cutting garden, boasting an incredible vase life. It is also one of the best flowers for drying; the bracts retain their brilliant color indefinitely. In the landscape, use it in mass plantings, rock gardens, or xeriscaping. The "Mixed" colors pair beautifully with other heat-lovers like Zinnia or Lantana and are highly attractive to pollinators, especially butterflies.
Gomphrena 'Globosa Mixed' is the ultimate "plant it and forget it" annual for sunny spots. Its clover-like blooms provide a unique texture and a relentless splash of color from mid-summer through the first hard frost, making it a reliable staple for both the garden bed and the dried floral arrangement.
NOTE: Available for pickup after 5/15
