Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Amaranthaceae

Genus:

Gomphrena

Species:

Gomphrena globosa

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Bloom Months:

jun, oct

Bloom Colors:

pink, purple, white

Native Range

United States: District of Columbia, Guam, Hawaii, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Palau, Texas, Virginia, Virgin Islands

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

well-drained, sandy or loamy soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to open, sunny areas; tolerates drought