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Gomphrena, Rio Grande Globe Amaranth 'Qis Carmine'

Gomphrenahaageana

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Genus

Gomphrena (gom-FREE-nuh)

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Species

haageana (hag-ee-AH-nuh)

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Synonym

Sun Exposure

Full Sun

Foliage

Unknown - Tell us

Height

6-12 in. (15-30 cm)

12-18 in. (30-45 cm)

Spacing

6-9 in. (15-22 cm)

9-12 in. (22-30 cm)

Hardiness

Not Applicable

Danger

N/A

Bloom Color

Red

Bloom Time

Mid Summer

Late Summer/Early Fall

Other Details

Category

Annuals

Water Requirements

Unknown - Tell us

Foliage Color

Unknown - Tell us

Where to Grow

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Characteristics

Flowers are good for cutting

Bloom Size

Unknown - Tell us

Other details

Unknown - Tell us

Soil pH requirements

6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)

6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)

7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)

Patent Information

Unknown - Tell us

Propagation Methods

From seed; direct sow after last frost

Seed Collecting

Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds

Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Gaylesville, Alabama

Barbourville, Kentucky

Pinconning, Michigan

Albuquerque, New Mexico

Trumansburg, New York

Winnsboro, South Carolina

Austin, Texas

Fort Worth, Texas

Houston, Texas

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