Plant pickup: Thursdays 3–7pm · Also by appointment 512.348.7570
Plant pickup: Thursdays 3–7pm · Also by appointment 512.348.7570
— Plant Nursery · Texas-Grown
$3.00
Gomphrena ‘Fiery Sunrise’ (Globe Amaranth) is a striking annual producing round, clover-like flower heads in vivid shades of orange, coral, and golden yellow on sturdy, upright stems. Extraordinarily heat- and drought-tolerant, it is one of the most dependable summer performers for Central Texas gardens, thriving where other annuals falter. It is excellent for cutting gardens, dried floral arrangements, and pollinator plantings.
At Flying Rabbit Farm, our Gomphrena Fiery Sunrise transplants are grown for compact habit and outstanding heat tolerance suited to Austin’s intense summers.
3 in stock
Low to moderate water needs once established
Drought-tolerant; avoid overwatering
Deep, infrequent watering preferred
Light monthly feeding with balanced organic fertilizer
Excess nitrogen favors foliage over flower production
Deadhead or harvest blooms to encourage continuous flowering
No major pruning required
Remove spent plants after frost
Few serious pest or disease issues
Root rot in waterlogged soils
Leaf spot in high humidity with poor airflow
Excellent choice for Austin’s brutal summer heat; extremely low-maintenance once established
Amend heavy clay soils with compost and coarse sand for drainage
Mulch around base to retain moisture and moderate soil temperature
Excellent for dried flower arrangements; harvest blooms when fully colored
Transplant after last frost (mid-March)
Fast establishment in warm soils
Peak performance in full Texas heat; minimal care required
Continuous bloom all summer with deadheading
Continues blooming until frost
Excellent late-season color and pollinator support
Spring through early summer after last frost
Ideal soil temperatures: 65-85 F
Full sun
Minimum 6-8 hours daily
12-18 inches apart
Allows airflow and full clump development
Well-draining, moderately fertile soil
Tolerates poor and sandy soils
pH 5.8-7.0
Water deeply immediately after transplanting
Keep evenly moist for first 1-2 weeks
Reduce once established
Gomphrena is generally considered non-toxic to:
However:
Mild digestive upset may occur if consumed in large quantities.
Avoid use of chemical pesticides around pets.
