Gomphrina

Gomphrena, also known as Globe Amaranth or Bachelor’s Button, is a colorful flowering plant renowned for its globe-shaped, long-lasting blooms. When planting Gomphrena seeds, sow them directly into the soil after the last frost. They germinate relatively quickly and reward gardeners with their globe-shaped, colorful blooms that endure well, both in gardens and as dried flowers, adding beauty and charm to landscapes or floral arrangements.

• Plant Type: Gomphrena, also known as Globe Amaranth or Bachelor’s Button, is an annual flowering plant recognized for its globe-shaped blooms.
• Growing Conditions: Flourishes in full sun with well-draining soil, adaptable to various soil types. It’s a low-maintenance plant.
• Characteristics: Produces round and papery flower heads in vibrant shades of purple, pink, red, white, and mixed colors. The flowers retain their color even after drying, suitable for dried flower arrangements.
• Flowering: Offers an abundance of globe-shaped blooms throughout the growing season, ideal for gardens, cut flower arrangements, and dried floral displays.
• Uses: Commonly cultivated for ornamental purposes, perfect for borders, flower beds, and cutting gardens. The long-lasting blooms make it suitable for dried flower arrangements.
• Gardening Benefits: Easy to grow and maintain, suitable for gardeners of various experience levels. Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies.
• Seed Collection: Harvest seeds from dried flower heads for subsequent planting, storing them in a cool, dry place.