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QIS™ Purple
Flower
FlowerGomphrena globosa
- Partial sun
- Zones 2–11
- 85 days to maturity
- Flowers
- 18" spacing
- Low water
- Annual
Overview
1 1/2" blooms on long stems. We have found the QIS™ (Quality in Seed) Series to be a good choice for cut-flower production for its stem quality, length, and uniformity. Also known as globe amaranth and common globe amaranth.
Planting
Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost, or direct sow after last frost when soil has warmed
Growing
Sun: partial. Water: low. Soil: Well-drained loam, tolerates average soil. Space plants 18" apart. Germination: 7-14 days.