The Everlasting Bloom of Cheerfulness

The Globe Amaranth (Gomphrena globosa) is a small yet striking flower native to Central America and widely grown in tropical and subtropical regions. Its round, clover-like flower heads come in brilliant shades of magenta, purple, pink, red, orange, and white, standing proudly on sturdy stems.What makes this flower truly unique is its longevity. Even after harvesting and drying, Globe Amaranth retains its vivid color, earning it the title of an “everlasting flower.”

Each flower head looks like a tiny globe made up of papery bracts, giving it a textured and playful look. Blooming from early summer through fall, the Globe Amaranth thrives in sunny gardens, brightening landscapes with its cheerful presence.Though small in size usually about 1–2 inches across these blossoms carry a big personality. They often grow on compact plants reaching about 12–24 inches in height, making them perfect for borders, pots, and flower beds.