Family: Amaranthaceae Genus: Gomphrena (gom-FREE-nuh) (Info) Cultivar: Fireworks Registered or introduced: 2009
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Category: Annuals
Height: 36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Spacing: 12-15 in. (30-38 cm) 15-18 in. (38-45 cm) 18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Hardiness: Not Applicable
Sun Exposure: Full Sun
Danger: N/A
Bloom Color: Magenta (Pink-Purple) Bright Yellow
Bloom Time: Mid Spring Late Spring/Early Summer Mid Summer Late Summer/Early Fall Mid Fall Late Fall/Early Winter Blooms repeatedly
Foliage: Herbaceous Blue-Green Velvet/Fuzzy-Textured
Other details: Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping Flowers are good for cutting Flowers are good for drying and preserving
Soil pH requirements: 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic) 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral) 7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline) 7.9 to 8.5 (alkaline)
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Propagation Methods: Direct sow as soon as the ground can be worked From seed; sow indoors before last frost From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting: Collect seedhead/pod when flowers fade; allow to dry Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
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