Gomphrena haageana ‘Sequin’
Overview
Uses: Annual borders, cutting gardens, dried flower arrangements, pollinator gardens, mixed summer plantings.
Benefits: Jewel-toned bracts in shades of pink, orange, and red create vibrant summer color on strong upright stems. Excellent heat tolerance and extended bloom time make this variety reliable for both garden impact and floral use.
USDA Hardiness Zones: 9–11 (grown as an annual in colder climates)
Sun: Full Sun
Life Cycle: Tender Perennial
Growth Habit: Upright, Clumping — branching stems with terminal blooms.
Bloom Color: Pink, Orange, and Red
Mature Height: 28–32 inches
Mature Width: 16–20 inches
Bloom Season: Summer to Fall
Growth Rate: Fast
Summary
‘Sequin’ brings bold, sun-loving color to summer beds with globe-shaped blooms that shimmer in warm tones of pink, orange, and red. Its upright stems and consistent branching create a lively, textured presence in borders and cutting rows alike.
This heat-adapted variety performs steadily through high summer temperatures, producing abundant blooms that hold their color long after cutting. Whether used fresh in bouquets or dried for lasting arrangements, it delivers dependable seasonal color while drawing bees and butterflies into the garden.
Care
Gomphrena ‘Sequin’ Care
Plant outdoors after the final frost once soil temperatures have warmed. Choose a location with full sun and well-drained soil. Avoid heavy, poorly drained areas, as consistent drainage supports healthy root development.
Water regularly during establishment, then allow the soil surface to dry slightly between waterings. Established plants tolerate short dry periods well but bloom most consistently with moderate moisture. Apply a balanced slow release fertilizer early in the season to encourage steady growth and flowering.
Pinch young plants once to encourage branching. Regular harvesting or light deadheading helps extend the bloom season. In exposed areas, light staking may be helpful for taller stems.
Container Growing: Gomphrena performs well in patio containers and raised planters. Use a container with excellent drainage and quality potting mix. Container-grown plants require more frequent watering than those grown in the ground. Plants hardy in the ground may require winter protection when grown in containers in colder zones.
Size
What Size is the Gomphrena ‘Sequin’ for Sale Online?
Plants are shipped in grower pots as healthy, actively growing young plants ready for transplanting into beds or containers. For current sizing and availability details, please contact us.
How Large Does Gomphrena ‘Sequin’ Grow?
At maturity, plants typically reach 28–32 inches tall and 16–20 inches wide, forming upright branching clumps topped with multicolored globe-shaped blooms.
Additional Information
What are some common names for this plant?
Gomphrena haageana is commonly referred to as Globe Amaranth.
Is Gomphrena ‘Sequin’ grown as an annual or perennial?
It is a tender perennial in Zones 9–11. In colder climates, it is grown as a warm-season annual and completes its life cycle within one growing season.
Is it suitable for fresh and dried flower arrangements?
Yes. The papery bracts retain their color and structure extremely well when dried, making it well suited for bouquets, wreaths, and long-lasting arrangements.
Does it support pollinators?
The nectar-rich blooms attract bees and butterflies throughout the summer months.
Where does this plant fit best in the garden?
Its upright habit and vibrant color make it a strong addition to Annuals plantings, cutting beds, and sunny pollinator-focused landscapes.
