Annuals & Biennials

Gomphrena
globe amaranth

- Height 1/2-2 ft (15-60 cm)
- Planting distance 6-9 in (15-23 cm)
- Flowers midsummer to early fall
- Ordinary well-drained soil
- Sunny site
- Half-hardy annual

Globe amaranths grow wild in India; in North America they thrive in areas with hot, humid summers, making them one of the best annuals for the Deep South. One species and its cultivars are generally grown. Botanically known as Gomphrena globosa, it bears cloverlike flowers in bright orange, yellow, purple, pink, and white, with hairy, light green leaves. The 1 ft (30 cm) high stems are upright. The flowers last well and are excellent as dried flowers. In the garden use them in beds.

Popular species and cultivars
Single and mixed color strains are available.
'Buddy Hybrids' are compact dwarf forms that reach a height of 6 in (15 cm). Their flowers are a vivid deep purple.
'Full Mix' is a mixture with orange, purple, pink, red, lavender, or white flowers, also available as single colors. The plants grow up to 11/2-2 ft ( 45-60 cm) high.

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