Zones A1-A3, 1-45, H1, H2
Full, Partial
Moderate
Gomphrena globosa
Globe Amaranth
Amaranthaceae
Annuals
GOMPHRENAStiffly branching plants to 2 ft. tall, 1 ft. wide, covered in summer and fall with rounded, papery, cloverlike heads 3/4 to 1 in.wide. These may be dried quickly and easily, retaining color and shape for winter arrangements. Narrow oval leaves are 2 to 4 in. long.
Gomphrena globosa
Native to Central America. White, pink, lavender, or purple flower heads arise on 1- to 2-ft. stems.
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