Lavender Lady

SKU: FL4062

Also known as Common globe amaranth, these spherical lavender flowers that resemble clover flowers bloom from summer through to fall. This deceptively... Read More

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Lavender Lady

Product Details

Also known as Common globe amaranth, these spherical lavender flowers that resemble clover flowers bloom from summer through to fall. This deceptively delicate-looking plant is low maintenance and heat/drought tolerant, perfectly filling the flowering lull during what is often a hot and dry period. Growing to 70cm (28"), this taller variety makes especially good cut flowers and they excel in fresh as well as dried arrangements. Gomphrena is also used medicinally and makes a subtly sweet tea.

Annual.

Quick Facts:

    • Heat/drought tolerant
    • Long blooming
    • Excellent cut flower
    • Suitable for fresh and dry arrangements
    • 70cm (28") tall

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All About Lavender Lady

Latin

Latin
Gomphrena globosa; Gomphrena haageana

Difficulty

Difficulty
Easy

Season & Zone

Season & Zone
Season:Β Warm season
Exposure:Β Can tolerate some shade but best flowers inΒ full-sun

Timing

Timing
Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost date or direct sow after soil temperatures warm in spring. Optimal soil temparature 21-24Β°C (70-75Β°F). Seeds should germinate in 7-14 days. To speed up germination, seeds can be soaked in warm water for 24-48 hrs before planting.

Starting

Starting
Sow seeds in premoistened soil and lightly cover with seed starting mix. Place in a warm area in bright, but indirect light. Keep moist. Using heat mats will speed germination.

Days to Maturity

Days to Maturity
From sowing date.

Growing

Growing
Gomphrena are slow growers and they may take some time to set true leaves. Keep seedlings under lights until they have at least two sets of true leaves. Then, begin hardening off before transplanting, or pot them on to continue growing until outdoor temperatures are consistently warm. Gomphrena prefer well-draining soil with consistent moisture, but can handle a dry spell. They perform best in full sun, but can tolerate partial shade. Pinch back young plants when they are around 15cm (6") tall to encourage a bushier habit. Some taller varieties may need support to prevent them from falling over. Deadheading is not necessary, but cutting flowers regularly may result in more blooms.

Seed Info

Seed Info
Usual seed life: 2 years.

How to Grow Globe Amaranth

Step 1

Timing

Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost date or direct sow after soil temperatures warm in spring. Optimal soil temparature 21-24Β°C (70-75Β°F). Seeds should germinate in 7-14 days. To speed up germination, seeds can be soaked in warm water for 24-48 hrs before planting.

Step 2

Starting

Sow seeds in premoistened soil and lightly cover with seed starting mix. Place in a warm area in bright, but indirect light. Keep moist. Using heat mats will speed germination.

Step 3

Growing

Gomphrena are slow growers and they may take some time to set true leaves. Keep seedlings under lights until they have at least two sets of true leaves. Then, begin hardening off before transplanting, or pot them on to continue growing until outdoor temperatures are consistently warm. Gomphrena prefer well-draining soil with consistent moisture, but will tolerate a dry spell. They perform best in full sun, but can tolerate partial shade. Pinch back young plants when they are around 15cm (6") tall to encourage a bushier habit. Some taller varieties may need support to prevent them from falling over. Deadheading is not necessary, but can cutting flowers regularly may result in more blooms.


Seed Info
Usual seed life: 2 years.

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