Gomphrena pulchella Fireworks | Globe Amaranth 

Unique Sparkler-Like Globe Amaranth for Cut Flowers

Gomphrena pulchella ‘Fireworks’ is unlike any globe amaranth seen before. This extraordinary variety produces dazzling clusters of iridescent hot-pink flowers tipped with bright yellow, resembling tiny sparkling fireworks. The narrow, quill-like petals extend from the flower heads, creating a vibrant, architectural effect that instantly catches the eye.

Introduced by Ball Horticulture, ‘Fireworks’ quickly became a favorite among gardeners and flower growers for its unique structure, long flowering season, and exceptional productivity.

Plants form a dense basal clump of foliage before sending up numerous tall, slender stems reaching 60–120 cm in height. Each branching stem carries rounded flower clusters about 2–3 cm in diameter, made up of dozens of small blossoms with glowing yellow stamens emerging from vivid pink bracts — creating the appearance of miniature firecrackers.

The airy, open habit of this plant is reminiscent of Verbena bonariensis, with flowers held high above the foliage, making it a striking architectural element in the garden and an excellent cut flower.

This vigorous and very low-maintenance annual performs beautifully in summer heat and produces stems continuously throughout the season. The flowers are excellent for fresh bouquets and also dry well, making them popular for dried flower arrangements.

Highly attractive to pollinators and butterflies, Gomphrena ‘Fireworks’ adds movement, color, and structure to cutting gardens and flower farms.

Plant Details

Botanical name: Gomphrena pulchella ‘Fireworks’
Common name: Globe Amaranth
Family: Amaranthaceae
Plant type: Annual (perennial in mild climates)
Plant height: 60–120 cm
Flower size: approx. 2–3 cm
Position: Full sun
Spacing: 30 cm
Use: Cut flower, dried flower, pollinator garden

Sowing & Germination

Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost or sow directly outdoors once frost danger has passed.

Before sowing, soak seeds for 24–48 hours to improve germination.

Sow seeds on the surface of moist, well-drained seed compost and lightly cover with a thin layer of soil. Maintain a temperature of 18–22°C.

Germination typically occurs within 1–3 weeks.

Transplant seedlings once large enough to handle and plant outdoors after the last frost. When direct sowing, thin plants to 30 cm spacing.

Growing Instructions

Gomphrena thrives in light, well-drained soil and full sun. It is highly tolerant of heat and dry conditions and requires minimal care once established.

Pinch young plants to encourage bushier growth and more flowering stems. Deadheading will prolong flowering throughout the season.

Plants may also self-seed in favorable conditions.

Why Grow Gomphrena ‘Fireworks’

• Unique sparkling pink and yellow flowers
• Long, strong stems ideal for cutting
• Excellent for fresh and dried arrangements
• Extremely productive and heat tolerant
• Loved by bees and butterflies
• Adds architectural structure to gardens and bouquets