Gomphrena haageana ‘Mandarin Orange’
Overview
Uses: Annual borders, cutting gardens, dried-flower crafts, pollinator beds, mixed containers
Benefits: Vibrant orange-red bracts with warm golden tones, strong upright stems, excellent fresh and dried flower performance, dependable summer heat tolerance
USDA Hardiness Zones: 9–11 (grown as an annual in colder climates)
Sun: Full Sun
Life Cycle: Tender Perennial
Growth Habit: Upright, Mounding — branching stems with rounded form
Bloom Color: Orange-Red
Mature Height: 24–30 inches
Mature Width: 12–18 inches
Bloom Season: Summer through Frost
Growth Rate: Fast
Summary
‘Mandarin Orange’ brings glowing orange-red color to summer plantings with rounded, clover-like bracts that hold their intensity even in high heat. Its bold tones add warmth and contrast to borders and containers alike.
This variety produces sturdy stems ideal for cutting, and the bracts retain their color exceptionally well when dried. Continuous blooms attract butterflies and pollinators throughout the growing season.
Well suited to sunny gardens, it performs reliably during hot weather and maintains a tidy, upright structure with minimal maintenance.
Care
Gomphrena ‘Mandarin Orange’ Care
Plant outdoors after all danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed. Provide full sun and well-drained soil for best flowering.
Water regularly during establishment, then reduce frequency once plants are rooted. Avoid consistently wet soil.
Apply a balanced slow release fertilizer at planting to encourage steady growth and abundant blooms.
Pinching young plants can encourage branching. Regular cutting or deadheading promotes continued flowering.
Container Growing
This variety performs well in large patio containers with proper drainage. Container-grown plants require more frequent watering during hot weather.
Use a high-quality potting mix and monitor moisture levels closely in summer.
Plants hardy in the ground may require winter protection when grown in containers in colder zones.
Size
What Size is the Gomphrena ‘Mandarin Orange’ for Sale Online?
Plants ship in a greenhouse-grade grow pot and are actively growing at the time of shipment. Each plant is well-rooted and appropriately sized for its container. If you have specific sizing questions, please contact us for additional details.
How Large Does Gomphrena ‘Mandarin Orange’ Grow?
Mature plants typically reach 24–30 inches tall and spread 12–18 inches wide, forming upright stems with rounded flowering clusters.
Additional Information
Is ‘Mandarin Orange’ a perennial or an annual?
It is a tender perennial in Zones 9–11 and is grown as a warm-season annual in cooler climates where frost ends its growing cycle.
Is it suitable for dried flower arrangements?
Yes. The bracts retain their color exceptionally well when dried, making it a reliable choice for long-lasting floral displays.
Does it attract pollinators?
The nectar-rich blooms attract bees and butterflies throughout the summer growing season.
Where can I explore similar warm-season flowers?
Browse our selections of Annuals and Annual Vegetable Plants for additional sun-loving options.
