Gomphrena 'Salmon Pastel'

Salmon Pastel Gomphrena (Gomphrena globosa)

Also known as Globe Amaranth or Bachelor’s Buttons, is a garden and bouquet essential. Its softly rounded, clover-like blooms come in a warm salmon-pink with subtle yellow undertones, bringing a unique pastel hue that glows in the late summer light. This variety blooms continuously from midsummer to frost, thriving when most flowers struggle, making it a favourite for the hot, dry stretch of the season.

Reaching up to 28", Salmon Pastel is a cut flower workhorse, producing strong, upright stems perfect for fresh arrangements. The blooms retain their colour and shape beautifully when dried, making them ideal for everlasting florals and crafts. Low-maintenance, heat-tolerant, and pollinator-friendly, it's a must-grow for any bouquet garden.

DETAILS:

QTY: 50

TYPE: Annual

SITE: Full Sun

DEPTH: 1/8"

GERMINATION: 5 - 14 days at 21 - 26°C

HEIGHT: 18" - 28” 

MATURITY: 90 - 110 Days

SPACING: 6 - 8”

PINCH: Not Necessary

HOW TO GROW:
Transplant (recommended): Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost. Light is required for germination, so cover seeds very lightly—using a fine layer of vermiculite can help retain moisture. Bottom water or mist gently to avoid disturbing the seeds. Once the first true leaves appear, transplant into cell packs or larger containers. Harden off seedlings by gradually exposing them to outdoor conditions before transplanting after the last frost.

Direct Sowing (not recommended): Direct sowing is not recommended for Gomphrena globosa, as starting seeds indoors provides a much better success rate and an earlier, more uniform bloom.

Pinching and Support: Pinching the tops of young plants can encourage a bushier habit, though it is not strictly necessary. No support is typically needed for this mounding annual.

Soil Preference and Watering: Gomphrena thrives in full sun and requires well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant once established. Keep foliage as dry as possible and avoid watering late in the day to reduce the risk of Alternaria and other fungal issues.

Fertilizing: Fertilizing is not required for Gomphrena. It performs best in average to lean soil.

Harvesting: For bouquets, harvest stems when the flowers are fully developed. For drying, which is its most popular use, harvest at the same stage and hang bunches upside down in a dark, well-ventilated area for 2–3 weeks until completely dry.