Originating in Central America, purple globe amaranth, also known as bachelor buttons, are a charming, easy-to-grow flower ideal for mixing in garden beds and borders or adding to pots and containers. It is a mounding plant that produces a plethora of small, purple, globe-shaped blooms. The flowers have a papery feel and are excellent for indoor bouquets or dried arrangements. Depending on the variety, purple globe amaranth, grows anywhere from 6 to 24 inches tall. They are also loved by butterflies and bees.
Although they perform best in full sun and well-drained soil, purple globe amaranth is able to withstand poor soil and drought conditions. They will bloom all summer and into the fall and have a high tolerance for heat. This plant is not susceptible to many diseases. If watered overhead, it may get powdery mildew. Watering at the base of the plant or in the morning gives leaves a chance to dry off and will prevent this issue.
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