QIS Pink Gomphrena is a compact cultivar of globe amaranth that produces delicate pale blush pink flowers on plants reaching 18-28 inches tall. This open-pollinated variety thrives in warm zones 10-12 and reaches full flowering in 85-100 days, making it a reliable performer for gardeners seeking continuous color from midsummer through frost. Both fresh and dried flowers are exceptionally long-lasting, earning it a place in cutting gardens and as a vibrant bedding plant that handles moderate water needs and adapts well to average to slightly alkaline soils.
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Moderate
10-12
28in H x ?in W
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Moderate
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The pale, blush pink flowers of QIS Pink Gomphrena hold their color beautifully whether fresh in a vase or preserved by hanging to dry, making this one of the most durable options for both cutting and dried arrangements. Its compact growth habit keeps plants tidy without excessive pruning, while the consistent 6-inch spacing and predictable height make it straightforward to integrate into garden designs. From seed to bloom in 85-100 days, gardeners can count on steady flower production throughout the warm season.
QIS Pink Gomphrena excels as both a fresh cut flower and a dried arrangement staple. The blooms are harvested at different stages depending on their final use: picked in color but before fully opening for fresh arrangements, or allowed to mature completely for drying and long-term storage. The sturdy stems and papery flower texture make them particularly valuable for florists and home arrangers seeking flowers that last weeks in water or months hanging dried.
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Sow seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before your last frost date in 72-cell flats or preferred seedling containers. Cover seeds lightly with 1/8 inch of growing media and maintain soil temperature between 70-85°F for reliable germination. Harden off seedlings gradually before transplanting outdoors to reduce transplant shock.
Transplant seedlings outdoors only after all danger of frost has passed, when nighttime temperatures consistently remain warm. Space plants 6 inches apart in their final location.
Direct seeding is not recommended for this variety; start indoors instead.
For fresh cut flowers, harvest when blooms are in color but before fully opening to maximize vase life. For dried arrangements, wait until flowers are completely open, then cut stems and hang them upside down in a warm, dry location until papery and fully dried.
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