GOMPHRENA (Globe Amaranth): Vibrant, Heat-Loving Blooms All Summer Long

00:00 Introduction 00:35 Types of Globe Amaranth 01:20 Planting Information 02:28 Growing Tips 04:05 Tips for Harvesting & Using Want to fill your garden with bright, long-lasting blooms that thrive in the heat? In this video, I'll share simple tips on how to grow gomphrena, also known as globe amaranth—the colorful flower perfect for both garden beds and stunning cut arrangements. Discover the different varieties of gomphrena, including Globosa types with globe-shaped blooms and Haageana types like 'Strawberry Fields' and 'QIS Carmine' with elongated flowers. Learn how to start them from seeds or choose healthy transplants, and get advice on planting times, especially in hot climates like Arizona. Learn the best planting practices, whether aiming for a lush bedding plant or growing them for cut flowers. Find out how to care for gomphrena with proper watering and spacing and tips on encouraging more blooms without pinching or support. Plus, learn how to harvest gomphrena as a cut flower, the ideal stages for picking, and how to dry them for long-lasting arrangements that can brighten your home all year round. These easy-to-grow, drought-tolerant plants add vibrant color to your garden and attract butterflies and bees! Whether you're a beginner or an experienced gardener, gomphrena is a low-maintenance choice that will keep your garden cheerful throughout the hottest months. Subscribe for more gardening tips, and let's get growing! 🌱 Support Growing in the Garden ➤ Become a Channel Member Get access to exclusive videos    / @growinginthegarden   ➤ Visit My Website Gardening tips, blog posts, and resources https://growinginthegarden.com/ ➤ Join the GITG Academy Monthly classes, deeper dives, and community support   / growinginthegarden   ➤ Shop My Planting Guides & Calendars Planting calendars and helpful guides for desert gardeners https://growinginthegarden.bigcartel.... ➤ Sign Up for My Weekly Garden Newsletter Stay inspired with seasonal tips delivered every Thursday https://growinginthegarden.com/subscr... ➤ Amazon Storefront My favorite garden tools and supplies https://www.amazon.com/shop/growingin... ➤ Garden Beds & Grids I use Garden in Minutes beds and watering grids in my own garden https://glnk.io/koxp5/angela Use code Angela10 to save $10 off $100 Or code ANGELA for 7% off any size order ➤ Heirloom Roses Use Code GARDENAZ26 to save 20% off Roses (+ Bulbs and Perennials seasonally) See my favorite roses: https://heirloomroses.com/discount/GA... #Gomphrena #GlobeAmaranth #HowToGrowGomphrena #GardeningTips #FlowerGardening #GardenFlowers #HeatTolerantPlants #DroughtResistantPlants #CutFlowers #SummerBlooms #EasyToGrowPlants #GardeningForBeginners #FlowerArrangements #GardenIdeas #OrganicGardening #PerennialFlowers #ButterflyGarden #BeeFriendly #GardenInspiration #DIYGardening