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Gomphrena Purple Seed produces long-lasting purple globe flowers on neat, heat-loving annual plants. Also known as globe amaranth, Gomphrena is loved for fresh cut flowers, dried arrangements and cheerful summer colour in sunny South African gardens.
Plant Information
- Plant Type: Annual
- Scientific Name: Gomphrena globosa
Growing Information
- General Sowing Time: Spring to early summer once frost risk has passed; start under cover 6-8 weeks earlier for an earlier planting.
- Position: Full sun.
- Sow Depth: Surface sow or cover very lightly; light helps germination.
- Spacing: 20-30 cm for cut-flower or garden rows; allow more room for bushier display plants.
- Germination: Can be uneven; soak seed overnight to help speed germination.
- Height: Typically 30-60 cm, depending on growing conditions and variety.
- Available Pack Sizes: 50 raw seed
Why Grow Gomphrena Purple?
- Purple globe flowers hold colour beautifully in fresh and dried arrangements.
- Excellent for cut-flower patches, cottage gardens and pollinator-friendly beds.
- Attracts bees, butterflies and other beneficial insects.
- Drought and heat tolerant once established.
- Low maintenance and long flowering in warm weather.
Garden Uses
Plant Gomphrena Purple in sunny borders, cutting gardens and informal flower beds where its round purple blooms can be picked regularly. It also works well in dried-flower projects because the papery flower heads retain colour and shape after drying.
Growing Notes
- Start seed in warm conditions and keep the surface evenly moist until seedlings are established.
- Harden off seedlings before planting outdoors after frost risk has passed.
- Pinch early buds if you want a fuller, more branched plant.
- Water at the base and avoid prolonged damp foliage in cool, humid weather.
- Cut regularly for vases or drying to keep plants productive.
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