Vibrant Red Blooms
Produces attractive red, rounded flower heads that create a striking display in garden beds and ornamental arrangements.
Red Gomphrena Seeds for Sale
Suitable for home gardening use
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Red Gomphrena Seeds
Red Gomphrena, commonly known as Red Globe Amaranth, is a beautiful flowering plant admired for its vibrant red, globe-shaped flower heads and attractive green foliage. Its colorful, papery blooms bring long-lasting ornamental appeal to garden borders, flower beds, containers, and landscape displays. Red Gomphrena is valued for its heat tolerance, relatively easy cultivation, and excellent suitability for fresh-cut and dried flower arrangements. These flowering plants are a wonderful choice for adding bright color and texture to sunny garden spaces.
Red Globe Flowers
Heat-Tolerant Plant
Dried Flower Favorite
Garden Ornamental
Key Features
Long-Lasting Flowers
Features papery flower heads that retain their attractive appearance and are suitable for dried floral decorations.
Heat-Tolerant Growth
Performs well in warm weather and sunny locations, making it a suitable choice for summer flower gardens.
Excellent Cut Flowers
Adds color and texture to fresh bouquets, dried flower arrangements, wreaths, and decorative floral crafts.
Product Highlights
Beautiful red globe-shaped flowers
Attractive green foliage
Commonly known as Red Globe Amaranth
Heat-loving flowering annual
Suitable for sunny garden borders
Ideal for pots and containers
Excellent for fresh-cut flowers
Suitable for dried floral arrangements
Relatively low-maintenance plant
Attractive summer garden flowers
Specifications
| Scientific Name | Gomphrena globosa |
| Common Name | Red Gomphrena; Red Globe Amaranth |
| Plant Family | Amaranthaceae |
| Seed Type | Flower Seeds |
| Plant Type | Flowering Annual |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Growth Habit | Upright, bushy flowering plant |
| Plant Height | Approximately 18–28 inches, depending on variety and growing conditions |
| Plant Spread | Approximately 12–18 inches, depending on growing conditions |
| Flower Shape | Rounded, globe-shaped flower heads |
| Planting Season | Spring to summer; suitable warm-season sowing in tropical climates |
| Germination Time | Approximately 5–14 days under suitable conditions |
| Germination Temperature | 70–78°F (21–26°C) |
| Sowing Depth | Lightly cover seeds with a thin layer of growing medium |
| Sunlight | Full sun; approximately 6 or more hours of direct sunlight |
| Soil Requirements | Well-drained, moderately fertile soil |
| Watering | Moderate watering; avoid prolonged waterlogging |
| Plant Spacing | Approximately 6–12 inches |
| Flowering Season | Summer through autumn under suitable growing conditions |
| Landscape Use | Flower beds, borders, containers, and ornamental gardens |
| Special Uses | Cut flowers, dried bouquets, wreaths, and floral crafts |
Growing Guide
Step 1: Prepare the Seeds
Select healthy Red Gomphrena seeds for planting. Soaking the seeds overnight can help soften their outer covering and may support more uniform germination.
Select healthy Red Gomphrena seeds for planting. Soaking the seeds overnight can help soften their outer covering and may support more uniform germination.
Step 2: Prepare the Soil
Fill seed trays or small pots with a light, well-draining seed-starting mixture. Choose containers with drainage holes to prevent excess water accumulation.
Fill seed trays or small pots with a light, well-draining seed-starting mixture. Choose containers with drainage holes to prevent excess water accumulation.
Step 3: Sow the Seeds
Sow the seeds shallowly and cover them with a thin layer of growing medium. Maintain a temperature of approximately 70–78°F (21–26°C) for successful germination.
Sow the seeds shallowly and cover them with a thin layer of growing medium. Maintain a temperature of approximately 70–78°F (21–26°C) for successful germination.
Step 4: Maintain Moisture
Water gently using a spray bottle or fine watering can. Keep the growing medium consistently moist during germination without making it waterlogged.
Water gently using a spray bottle or fine watering can. Keep the growing medium consistently moist during germination without making it waterlogged.
Step 5: Provide Sunlight
Once seedlings emerge and develop, gradually introduce them to bright sunlight. Red Gomphrena grows best in a sunny location with good air circulation.
Once seedlings emerge and develop, gradually introduce them to bright sunlight. Red Gomphrena grows best in a sunny location with good air circulation.
Step 6: Transplant the Seedlings
When seedlings are sufficiently established, transplant them carefully into garden beds or larger containers. Maintain approximately 6–12 inches of spacing between plants.
When seedlings are sufficiently established, transplant them carefully into garden beds or larger containers. Maintain approximately 6–12 inches of spacing between plants.
Step 7: Care and Flowering
Water according to weather and soil conditions. Remove faded flowers when needed to maintain an attractive appearance. Harvest flower stems for fresh or dried arrangements.
Water according to weather and soil conditions. Remove faded flowers when needed to maintain an attractive appearance. Harvest flower stems for fresh or dried arrangements.
Bring Vibrant Color to Your Garden with Red Gomphrena
Grow beautiful Red Gomphrena flowers and enjoy their distinctive globe-shaped blooms throughout the warm growing season. With vibrant red flowers, attractive foliage, and excellent suitability for dried floral arrangements, these ornamental plants are a lovely addition to flower beds, garden borders, and containers. Give them plenty of sunshine, well-drained soil, and appropriate watering to encourage healthy growth and colorful blooms.
Frequently Asked Questions
Explore helpful answers about Red Gomphrena seed germination, flowering, and growing requirements.
How long does Red Gomphrena take to germinate?
Red Gomphrena seeds generally take around 5–14 days to germinate when provided with suitable warmth and moisture. A temperature of approximately 70–78°F (21–26°C) is recommended. Germination may vary depending on seed quality, freshness, and growing conditions.
Can Red Gomphrena flowers be used for dried flower arrangements?
Yes. Red Gomphrena is especially popular for dried flower arrangements because its colorful, papery flower heads retain their decorative appearance after drying. Harvest mature flowers and hang the stems upside down in a dry, well-ventilated location away from direct sunlight.
Does Red Gomphrena grow well in hot climates?
Yes. Gomphrena is a warm-weather flowering plant that performs well in sunny and hot conditions. It is suitable for many summer gardens and warm regions. Provide well-drained soil, adequate spacing, and moderate watering to support healthy growth during hot weather.