A real highlight of our trials, this very refined gomphrena is a rich strawberry red. The two-foot-tall plants bloom throughout the summer. Creates a wonderful garden display. The abundance of bloom is also a delight for fresh or dried flower arrangements and wreath making.

50 seeds

PLANTING

Gomphrenahaageana

Annual

Germination:15-20 days

Germination Temperature:Optimum soil temperatures 70-75F

Seed Planting Depth:Sow on the surface and lightly cover

Starting Indoors:Start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. Provide 70-75F soil temperatures until germination. Transplant 8-10 apart after the last frost

Sowing Outdoors:Direct sow after the last frost, only in areas with long growing seasons

Growth Habit:Upright, branching

Height and Width:24 x 12-18

Spacing:8-10 apart

Light Needs:Full sun

Soil Needs:Average, well-drained

Approximate days to flower from seed:Blooms in 85-100 days

Uses:Fresh cut and dried flowers,flower beds, cutting garden, attracts butterflies

Care:Water seedlings regularly until established.Low maintenance, minimal care required. Pinch seedlings for bushier plants. Drying-Harvest flowers for drying when they are open and hang upside down in a dark room with good airflow.