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What is the best way to water my Common globe amaranth?

Common globe amaranth
Gomphrena globosa
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To water Common globe amaranth, you can use a garden hose with a spray nozzle, a watering can, or just about any other common watering tool. Generally, Common globe amaranth is not too picky about how they receive their water, as they can live off of rainwater, tap water, or filtered water. Often, you should try not to water this plant from overhead, as doing so can damage the leaves and flowers and may lead to disease as well. At times, the best method for watering this plant is to set up a drip irrigation system. These systems work well for Common globe amaranth as they apply water evenly and directly to the soil. For one Common globe amaranth that grows in a container, you can use a similar watering approach while changing the tools you use. To water a container-grown Common globe amaranth, use a cup, watering can, or your tap to apply water directly to the soil.
Common globe amaranth (Gomphrena globosa)
Common globe amaranth
A species of Globe amaranths, Also known as Globe Flower, Globe amaranth, Makhmali, Thousand Day Red
Botanical name: Gomphrena globosa
Genus: Globe amaranths
Description
Common globe amaranth (Gomphrena globosa) is an edible flowering plant native to Central America. Other common names for common globe amaranth are the makhmali and vadamalli. Common globe amaranth is commonly cultivated in landscaping for its bright colors, and is used in leis in Hawaii. Common globe amaranth attracts insects, including butterflies and bees.
Garden Use
The common globe amaranth is commonly planted at the front of borders, where it fills in any gaps left behind by spring bulbs. However, newly-bred varieties have given gardeners more options, with this plant now being used more creatively. No matter the variety you choose, the common globe amaranth is a strong and resilient plant that is extremely easy to care for and requires little maintenance once established., The common globe amaranth produces colorful flowers in purples, whites, and oranges, with all varieties having a long blooming time. In addition to brightening up the garden, these gorgeous blooms are also popular cut flowers, and last for several years when used in dried flower arrangements.
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