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Gomphrena

Gomphrena globosa

Heat-tolerant annual with papery globe-shaped flower heads that retain color when dried. Also known as Globe Amaranth.

Annual
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Days to maturity

75 days

Days to germ.

7–14 days

Spacing

6–12 in

Height

18–24 in

Sun

Sun

How we grow it

Germination

Days to germ.
7–14 d
Light for germ
light
Pre-treatment
Pre-sprout in wet paper towels placed in a warm location for a few days.

Culture

Days to maturity
75 d
Spacing
6–12 in
Height
18–24 in
Sun
Sun
Frost
tender
Sow indoors
Yes
Outdoor / direct
Yes

Harvest

Varieties

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