Sequin Gomphrena brings a fresh pop of color to gardens and cutting arrangements with its compact, bushy form and vibrant flower clusters. This cultivar of Gomphrena haageana reaches just 18 to 28 inches tall, making it nimble enough for borders, containers, and mixed beds. Hardy in zones 10 and 11, it flowers reliably within 85 to 100 days from seed, producing blooms that work beautifully fresh or dried. The plant thrives in warm soil and prefers the heat, rewarding gardeners with continuous color throughout the season.
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Moderate
10-11
28in H x ?in W
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Moderate
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Sequin Gomphrena is a newer introduction that lives up to its vivid name with eye-catching flower color and a naturally compact habit that needs minimal fussing. The blooms harvest well both fresh and at full maturity for drying, giving you flexibility in how you use them. Its dependable performance in warm climates and quick turnaround from seed to flower make it a reliable addition to cutting gardens and seasonal displays.
Sequin Gomphrena shines as a cut flower, with blooms that hold their color and form beautifully in arrangements. It also works wonderfully as a bedding plant, filling in gaps with reliable color and compact growth. The flowers dry exceptionally well, making this variety a natural choice for crafters and gardeners who enjoy extending the season through dried arrangements.
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Sow seeds into 72-cell flats or preferred seedling containers 6 to 8 weeks before your last frost date. Cover seeds lightly with 1/8 inch of growing media and maintain soil temperature between 70 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit for germination. Harden off seedlings gradually before transplanting to expose them to outdoor conditions.
Transplant seedlings outside after all danger of frost has passed, once hardened off. Space plants 6 inches apart in their final position.
Direct seeding is not recommended for this variety; start seeds indoors for best results.
For fresh cut flowers, harvest blooms when they are in color but before fully opening to extend vase life. For drying, wait until the flowers are completely open, then cut the stems and hang them upside down in a warm, dry location away from direct sunlight until completely desiccated.
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