Overview
Gomphrena globosa 'Lavender Lady' is a bushy annual biennial in the genus Gomphrena, part of the Amaranthaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Gomphrena globosa 'Lavender Lady' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H2. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, patio and container plants, cut flowers, flower borders and beds and bedding.
About
Gomphrena globosa 'Lavender Lady' is a bushy annual cultivar within the Gomphrena genus, known for its spreading habit and simple, ovate foliage. This deciduous plant thrives in full sun, ideally in a sheltered, south- or west-facing position with fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. It produces small flowers clustered in dense heads, surrounded by vibrant bracts, making it suitable for cottage and informal gardens, patios, containers, flower borders, and cut flowers. 'Lavender Lady' is best sown from seed in early spring and provides interest through summer and autumn.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Gomphrena
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H2
Plant details
Gomphrena globosa 'Lavender Lady' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Annual Biennial
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Cut flowers, Flower borders and beds, Bedding
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Gomphrena globosa 'Lavender Lady'
- Propagation
- Sow seed at 15-18°C in early spring
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Gomphrena globosa 'Lavender Lady'?
Gomphrena globosa 'Lavender Lady' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Gomphrena globosa 'Lavender Lady' need?
Gomphrena globosa 'Lavender Lady' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Gomphrena globosa 'Lavender Lady' hardy in the UK?
Gomphrena globosa 'Lavender Lady' has an RHS hardiness rating of H2, meaning it is tender, tolerating 1–5°C, and needs frost-free protection over winter.
How do I propagate Gomphrena globosa 'Lavender Lady'?
Sow seed at 15-18°C in early spring.
