QIS™ Formula Mix Gomphrena Seed
Quick Facts
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Latin Name
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Gomphrena globosa
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Days To Maturity
Days To Maturity
Average number of days from seeding date to harvest, within a specific crop group. If a transplanted crop: average number of days from transplant date. Not sure if crop is direct-seeded or transplanted? Check the Growing Information box for details. If crop can be both direct-seeded or transplanted, days to maturity refers to direct seeding. Days to maturity for all flowers and herbs is calculated from seeding date.
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85 - 100 days
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Life Cycle
Life Cycle
Plants can be Annuals (single growing season), Perennials (grow year after year), Tender Perennials (grow year after year in warmer climates; and in some cases when given special protection in colder climates), or Biennials (require two years to mature).
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Annual
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Hybrid Status
Hybrid Status
Hybrid: The offspring of a cross between two or more distinct parent lines, usually of same species, and selected for improved traits.
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Open-pollinated: A non-hybrid variety that can reproduce itself in kind, demonstrating relatively stable traits from one generation to the next. -
Open Pollinated
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Product Features
Product Features
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Easy Choice
- Variety is easy-to-grow.
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Grows Well in Containers
- Variety does well when grown in a container.
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Use for Cut Flowers and Bouquets
- Variety good for fresh cut-flower displays.
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Ideal for Drying and Crafts
- Variety is excellent for creating dried flowers.
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QIS™ Formula Mix Gomphrena Seed
Productive accent flower for fresh and dried arrangements.
1 1/2" blooms in shades of purple, pink, and white. We have found the QIS™ (Quality in Seed) Mix to have the widest color range in a mix, as well as good stem quality, length, and uniformity. Also known as globe amaranth and common globe amaranth.Specs:
Quick Facts
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Latin Name
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Gomphrena globosa
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Days To Maturity
Days To Maturity
Average number of days from seeding date to harvest, within a specific crop group. If a transplanted crop: average number of days from transplant date. Not sure if crop is direct-seeded or transplanted? Check the Growing Information box for details. If crop can be both direct-seeded or transplanted, days to maturity refers to direct seeding. Days to maturity for all flowers and herbs is calculated from seeding date.
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85 - 100 days
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Life Cycle
Life Cycle
Plants can be Annuals (single growing season), Perennials (grow year after year), Tender Perennials (grow year after year in warmer climates; and in some cases when given special protection in colder climates), or Biennials (require two years to mature).
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Annual
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Hybrid Status
Hybrid Status
Hybrid: The offspring of a cross between two or more distinct parent lines, usually of same species, and selected for improved traits.
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Open-pollinated: A non-hybrid variety that can reproduce itself in kind, demonstrating relatively stable traits from one generation to the next. -
Open Pollinated
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Product Features
Product Features
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Easy Choice
- Variety is easy-to-grow.
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Grows Well in Containers
- Variety does well when grown in a container.
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Use for Cut Flowers and Bouquets
- Variety good for fresh cut-flower displays.
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Ideal for Drying and Crafts
- Variety is excellent for creating dried flowers.
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DAYS TO GERMINATION:
5-14 days at 70-78°F (21-26°C)SOWING:
Transplant - Sow into 72-cell flats or preferred seedling container 6-8 weeks before planting outside. Cover lightly with 1/8" growing media. Harden off plants and transplant out after danger of frost. Direct seeding is not recommended.LIGHT PREFERENCE:
Sun.PLANT HEIGHT:
18-28".PLANT SPACING:
6-12". No pinching or support is necessary.HARDINESS ZONES:
Annual.HARVEST:
Fresh: Harvest when flowers are in color but before fully open. Dried: Harvest when flowers are completely open; hang to dry.SOIL REQUIREMENTS:
Any soil with good drainage.USES:
Cut flower or bedding plant.SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Gomphrena spp.Johnny's is committed to your success, every step of the way.
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