Audray Bicolor Rose Globe Amaranth is a stunning cultivar of Gomphrena globosa that brings two-tone rose-colored blooms to summer and fall gardens. Growing 24 to 30 inches tall with a compact 18-inch spread, this variety flowers reliably from seed to bloom in 84 to 112 days, making it possible to enjoy its distinctive globe-shaped flowers from midsummer through the first frost. It thrives in full sun and handles drought stress well once established, while simultaneously attracting pollinators that will keep your garden buzzing with activity.
Full Sun
Moderate
10-11
30in H x 18in W
—
High
Hover over chart points for details
The bicolor rose petals are the real draw here, creating a two-tone effect that stands out among standard globe amaranth selections. Once you plant it in full sun and let the heat set in, it needs minimal fussing; it tolerates dry spells gracefully and rewards you with months of continuous bloom. Bees and butterflies find the flowers irresistible, making this a genuine pollinator magnet for any sunny spot in the garden.
Globe amaranths are prized as cut flowers and dried flowers, holding their color and form exceptionally well when preserved. The dense, spherical blooms of Audray Bicolor Rose work beautifully in fresh arrangements, but they're equally stunning dried for long-lasting bouquets and crafts.
No timeline data available yet for this variety.
Soak seeds in hot water for 4 hours to speed germination, then sow in sterile germinating mix 6 to 8 weeks before your last frost date. Keep soil temperature at 70 to 75°F and expect seedlings to emerge in 14 to 21 days.
Harden off seedlings gradually before transplanting outdoors after your last frost date when soil has warmed.
Direct sow seeds after the last frost date in your area.
For cut flowers, harvest stems when the globe blooms have fully formed and the petals show their characteristic bicolor rose coloring. For drying, cut stems in the morning after dew has dried, bundle loosely, and hang upside down in a warm, well-ventilated space.
Enter your ZIP code to see a personalized growing calendar for this plant.