Gomphrena globosa

Globe Amaranth

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Compact annual herbaceous plant with globe-shaped flower heads in purple, pink, red, or yellow. Dries well and is drought tolerant.
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Plant Details

Common Name Globe Amaranth
Family Amaranthaceae
Genus Gomphrena
Species Globosa
Origin Central America
Blooming Summer to Autumn, flowers fade slowly without watering
Leaf Color Green with greyish-green undertones
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining loamy soil with perlite or sand for aeration

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Watering

Keep moderately moist during establishment, drought tolerant once mature; avoid waterlogging

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun exposure to maintain compact growth and vibrant flower colors

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during growing season; reduce after flowering

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Pruning

Deadhead spent blooms regularly to prolong flowering; pinch tips early for bushier habit

Pest Control Aphid Spider Mite Thrip Whitefly

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 2 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 9 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
5000 – 60000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
8 – 25
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
400 – 2200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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