Strawberry Fields Gomphrena

A real highlight of our trials, this very refined gomphrena is a rich strawberry red. The two-foot-tall plants bloom throughout the summer. Creates a wonderful garden display. The abundance of bloom is also a delight for fresh or dried flower arrangements and wreath making. 50 seeds   PLANTING Gomphrena haageana Annual Germination: 15-20 days Germination Temperature: Optimum soil temperatures 70-75ºF Seed Planting Depth: Sow on the surface and lightly cover Starting Indoors: Start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. Provide 70-75ºF soil temperatures until germination. Transplant 8-10” apart after the last frost Sowing Outdoors:  Direct sow after the last frost, only in areas with long growing seasons Growth Habit: Upright, branching Height and Width: 24” x 12-18”   Spacing: 8-10” apart Light Needs: Full sun  Soil Needs: Average, well-drained  Approximate days to flower from seed: Blooms in 85-100 days Uses: Fresh cut and dried flowers, flower beds, cutting garden, attracts butterflies Care: Water seedlings regularly until established. Low maintenance, minimal care required. Pinch seedlings for bushier plants. Drying- Harvest flowers for drying when they are open and hang upside down in a dark room with good airflow.