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Image of the eye-catching ball-like purple flowers of Gomphrena globosa |
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Gomphrena globosa
(Gomphrena, Globe Amaranth) |
Family: Amaranthaceae
Origin: Native to Guatemala and Panama
Light: Full sun
Height: 0.5-1'
Spread: 0.5-1'
Blooms: Stiff, round, papery, clover-like, purple flowers on stiff
erect stalks
Foliage: Bluish-green,.
fuzzy-textured
Soil: Rich, moist
Water: Regular
Propagation: Seeds
Uses: Bedding, border, container, fresh or dried cut flower
arrangements
Comments: Gomphrena globosa, or Gomphrena, or Globe
Amaranth is an attractive annual plant with a bushy habit. These plants
self-sow readily. I really love these plants as they are carefree
and low mainenance. There are other cultivars available in colors of
cream, white, pink and red.
USDA Hardiness Zones : 4-10 |
