Gomphrena haageana Strawberry Fields Seeds - Globe Amaranth

Gomphrena haageana 'Strawberry Fields' is a pretty summer flowering annual with blooms that resemble small red strawberries. This original, highly ornamental variety will be an interesting addition to flower beds and borders all summer long. It is also an excellent cut flower for long-lasting fresh and dried floral arrangements. Easy to grow in a sunny location in well-drained, cool soil.

Gomphrena haageana, commonly known as Globe amaranth, is a perennial plant (often grown as an annual due to its low frost tolerance) that is native to America. It belongs to the Amaranthaceae family. “Amaranthus” is the Greek word for "unfading" as flowers and leaves hold their colour remarkably well. 'Strawberry Fields' forms small, 40-cm-tall clumps of upright stems topped by single, red, globe-shaped blooms from July to September. The small, 5 cm leaves are narrowly lanceolate, bluish to greyish green in colour.

Gomphrena haageana 'Strawberry Fields' is a very attractive plant that will brighten up borders, flower beds and floral arrangements. It looks best when planted in groups, for a fuller effect. Choose a sunny location in well-drained, cool soil. Globe amaranthus is an excellent cut flower – avoid overfilling the vase and make sure to change the water often to prevent stem rot.