USDA: 1 - 11 RHS: H - FT EGF: H1 - G2 Australia: 1 - 5
Care Level
low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height
30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Spread
15 - 60 cm (0.5 - 2 ft)
Light
full sun
Soil Moisture
average, well-drained
Soil Type
loam to sandy
Soil pH
neutral
Description
The annual Gomphrena globosa (globe amaranth) bears showy, faded purple and repeat-blooming blossoms during early summer to mid autumn. This plant is clump forming and has matte and medium textured foliage that is medium green in colour.
This annual attracts butterflies to your garden. Gomphrena globosa tolerates drought.
Cautions
When planning your garden, take into consideration that Gomphrena globosa (globe amaranth) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.
