Gomphrena

Gomphrena/ Globe Amaranth

DESCRIPTION-These flowers have papery like blooms that come in a varity of different colors such as white, pink, purple, orange, and red that also retain their color when dried out which makes them great for gifts.

SUN-Full sun

SOIL-Average to slightly sandy with a PH of 6.1 to 6.5

WATERING-Once established these plants are drought tolerant although they will look better if they are kept hydrated. Avoid getting the foliage wet during hot/dry seasons. Water when the top inch of soil is dry.

MATURE SIZE-6- 24 ” tall and 6-12″ wideHARDINESS ZONES-2-11

TEMP/HUMIDITY-Grows best in 65 to 75 degree weather and they don’t tolerate frost very well. Humidity can lead to issues such as powdery mildew.