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11/12/99

Gomphrena globosa--Globe Amaranth


Height: 24 in Spacing: 12 in
Type: annual
Flowers: Orange, pink, purple, white, yellow

Comments: Globe Amaranth produces globe-shaped flowers
that can be dried if cut just before they are fully
opened. The plant prefers full sun, and a moderately dry
soil. The plant tolerates a wide range of growing
conditions. Globe Amaranth is resistant to heat.

Propagation: Propagation is by seed planted directly into
the garden or started early indoors. Do not cover the seed
as it requires light to germinate.

Cultivars:
'Bicolor Rose'
'Lavender Queen' - The lavender flowers are pale at the
top and darker near the base.
'Strawberry Fields' - Bright red flowers.
'Woodcreek Red' (Vis. 1).

References for Cultivars: Lowell C. Ewart, 1997 Flower
Seed Trials, Michigan State University; White Flower Farm
1999.


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