Gomphrena

Species- Raspberry Cream

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:
6-8". 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.