Purple Gomphrena

🌱 QUANTITY: 50 Seeds
⏳ SEED TO HARVEST: 85–100 days
🌿 SOWING METHOD: Transplant
🏞️ SOWING TIME (PLAINS): March-April, September-February
🌄 SOWING TIME (HILLS): March-August
☀️ LIGHT REQUIREMENT: Full sunlight

Purple Gomphrena (Globe Amaranth) is a charming heirloom flower native to Central America, cherished for its vibrant globe-shaped blooms that stay bright even after drying. Known for its resilience, this warm-season annual thrives in full sunlight and adds a cheerful splash of purple to garden beds, borders, and bouquets.

Beyond its beauty, Purple Gomphrena has long been valued in traditional cultures — its flowers are often brewed into a mild herbal tea with a naturally sweet, earthy taste and are believed to have soothing properties. The blooms are also edible, making them a delightful garnish for salads and drinks.