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Gomphrena globosa (Globe Amaranth)

Type: Species | Edit History      Plant ID - 20804



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Scientific Classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Division: Magnoliophyta
Class: Magnoliopsida
Order: Caryophyllales
Family: Amaranthaceae
Genus: Gomphrena
Species: Gomphrena globosa
 
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Plant Types edit
  • Annual
  • Drought Tolerant
  • Ornamental
Zones / Hardiness edit
Height (Maximum) edit
  • 1 1/2 to 2 feet (45 to 60 cm)
Spread (Maximum) edit
  • 6 to 12 inches (15 to 30 cm)
Flowering Start edit
  • July
Flowering End edit
  • October
Leaf Colour edit
  • Green - Medium
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Suitable For edit
  • Border/Bed
  • Edging
  • Flower Arranging/Drying
Sun Exposure edit
  • Full Sun
  • Partial Shade
Soil Types edit
  • Dry
  • Well-drained
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Bloom Colour edit
  • Red
  • Pink
  • Orange
  • Purple
  • White
Wildlife Value edit
  • Butterflies (nectar source)
Propagation Techniques edit
  • Seed
Skill Level edit
  • Beginner
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Netty (13946)
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toni (36069)


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