Gomphrena haageana 'Carmine'
Overview
Uses: Annual borders, cottage gardens, cutting gardens, dried-flower crafts, pollinator beds, and mixed containers.
Benefits: Vivid magenta, clover-like bracts on strong, branching stems; unbeatable for drying (“everlasting” color), excellent vase life, heat and drought tolerant once established, low-maintenance performer.
USDA Hardiness Zones: 9 – 11 (grown as an annual in colder zones)
Life Cycle: Tender perennial (grown as a warm-season annual outside Zones 9–11)
Sun: Full Sun
Mature Height: ~30"
Mature Width: ~18"
Bloom Season: Summer through Frost
Growth Rate: Fast
Summary
Color that won’t quit. Gomphrena haageana 'Carmine' blankets sunny beds with saturated magenta bracts that hold their intensity in heat and full sun. Loved by growers and designers, these globe-shaped blooms are legendary as “everlastings”—they dry beautifully and keep their color for months.
In the garden or the vase, 'Carmine' is a workhorse: long stems for cutting, continuous bloom until frost, and pollinator-friendly flowers that bring motion and life to summer borders.
Care
Gomphrena 'Carmine' Care
Plant outside after all danger of frost when nights are reliably above ~50°F. Choose a sunny site with well-draining soil; gomphrena thrives in heat and tolerates dry spells once established.
Water to establish, then keep evenly moist but never waterlogged. Feed every 4–6 weeks during the growing season with a balanced slow release fertilizer to support nonstop flowering.
Pinch once at 6–8" to encourage branching and higher stem counts. Harvest or deadhead frequently to promote continuous bloom. In windy sites, light staking or corral support can help keep stems upright.
Size
Size of Gomphrena 'Carmine' for Sale Online
Our Gomphrena haageana 'Carmine' plants ship in healthy, greenhouse-grade pots and arrive ready to grow. For current sizing and availability, please contact us.
Size of Gomphrena 'Carmine' When Mature
Expect plants ~30" tall and ~18" wide with a tidy, branching habit ideal for borders and cut-flower rows.
Additional Information
Is Gomphrena 'Carmine' a perennial or an annual?
It’s a tender perennial in Zones 9–11, but in most of the U.S. it’s grown as a warm-season annual because frost ends the plant’s cycle.
Is it good for cut and dried flowers?
Exceptional for both. Harvest when bracts are fully colored; for drying, strip foliage and hang upside down in a warm, airy space. Color remains vibrant for months.
Does it attract pollinators?
Yes—bees and butterflies frequently visit the nectar-rich blooms throughout summer.
What spacing works best?
Space ~12"–18" apart in garden beds; closer spacing in production rows yields longer stems for cutting and excellent airflow.
Can I grow it in containers?
Absolutely. Use a pot with excellent drainage, full sun exposure, and steady watering during hot, dry periods for a season-long display.
