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Gomphrena Seeds - Salmon
SEASON
Annual
USDA ZONES
3 - 10
HEIGHT
24 inches
BLOOM SEASON
Summer
BLOOM COLOR
Salmon
ENVIRONMENT
Full sun
SOIL TYPE
Moist, well-drained, pH 6.5 - 7.6
DEER RESISTANT
Yes
About...
Gomphrena (Gomphrena Globosa Salmon) - Gomphrena is an old-fashioned bedding plant that readily establishes from flower seeds and has many positive features. Gomphrena plants tolerate poor soils, heat and drought, and it was once a favorite in British gardens. They are well suited for edging around taller plantings and for containers for the porch or deck.
Planting Directions
TEMPERATURE
68 - 75F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
7 - 10 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
Yes
DEPTH
Do not cover the seed but press into the soil
SOWING RATE
1 - 2 seeds per plant
MOISTURE
Keep seed moist until germination
PLANT SPACING
12 - 18 inches
Gomphrena (Gomphrena Globosa Salmon) - Gomphrena is an old-fashioned bedding plant that readily establishes from flower seeds and has many positive features. Gomphrena plants tolerate poor soils, heat and drought, and it was once a favorite in British gardens. They are well suited for edging around taller plantings and for containers for the porch or deck. Globe Amaranth flowers are a favorite of butterflies, and they also makes a great cut flower. To grow Gomphrena flowers for cutting or dried arrangements, plant closely together to force longer stems. For drying, cut the stems just as the heads are beginning to open and hang the flowers upside down in a warm, dark place to dry.
Plant Gomphrena Globosa seeds either indoors, several weeks before the last frost is expected, or directly outdoors when the temperatures have warmed. If sowing Gomphrena seeds indoors, transplant the seedlings to the sunny garden spot when they are several inches tall. Many gardeners recommend soaking Globe Amaranth seeds 24 - 48 hours before sowing as the water helps to prime the seed for germination.
Common Questions
Do gomphrena come back every year?
Gomphrena are short-lived tender perennials only in the tropical and sub-tropical regions where they grow naturally. In cooler growing zones, gomphrena is grown as a garden annual.
Should gomphrena be deadheaded?
It's not necessary to deadhead gomphrena. Plants die back at frost and reseeding is spotty if it occurs at all and unwanted plants are easily removed. Deadheading does not encourage plants to rebloom.
Can I encourage more blooms from my gomphrena plants?
Yes, you can encourage a larger number of blooms by pinching off the earliest buds. This causes the plant to branch out so there are more stems for blooms.
Will flowers attract any pollinators to my garden?
Yes, this charming flower will attract bees, butterflies and other pollinators as well as beneficial insects.
Can I use flowers as a cut flower?
Yes, these back beautiful cut flowers as well as they make wonderful, dried flowers.
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