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Today's bloom is Gomphrena 'Strawberry Fields' (Gomphrena haageana)

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Bloom of the Day for November 28th, 2011:

Gomphrena 'Strawberry Fields'
(Gomphrena haageana)

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Information:
Type of plant: Annuals

Bloom color: Red

Bloom time of year: Late Spring/Early Summer, Mid Summer, Late Summer/Early Fall

Sun requirements: Full Sun

Cold hardiness: Not Applicable

Height: 12-18 in. (30-45 cm)

Spacing: 9-12 in. (22-30 cm)

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pirl wrote:
Beautiful. It's such a one of a kind plant and the coloring is so vibrant!

Kell wrote:
I agree Pirl! Very cool!

htop wrote:
The plant blooms all summer and takes no care at all except a little water now and then when we are in drought conditions. Thank you both for your comments. :o)

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