Gomphrena Ping Pong Lavender Seed
Best low-maintenance choice for gardeners wanting vibrant, long-lasting cut flowers.
Brighten your garden with Gomphrena Ping Pong Lavender Seed, an annual flower known for its vibrant lavender blooms. These seeds are perfect for adding height and dimension to landscapes, containers, and mass plantings. Enjoy their beauty as fresh or dried cut flowers, thanks to strong stems that ensure good vase life. These plants are remarkably easy to grow, exhibiting drought tolerance and requiring minimal maintenance, making them a low-effort addition to any garden.
$6.95
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Seed Type
RAW / UNTREATED
/ RAW / UNTREATED
Who it's for
- Gardeners in sweltering climates needing reliable summer color
- Crafters looking for long-lasting dried floral arrangements
- Container gardeners seeking tidy and uniform plant structures
Who should skip it
- Novice gardeners wanting an easy, fast indoor starting process
- Gardeners in damp regions without space for preventative maintenance
- Low-maintenance gardeners preferring hands-off plant care
Performance breakdown
Drought Tolerance
Resilient performance even when rainfall or irrigation is inconsistent.
Vase Life
Sturdy stems ensure arrangements stay fresh and upright for weeks.
Maintenance Effort
Requires minimal attention to thrive throughout the growing season.
Germination Reliability
Fast sprout times reward growers with quick, consistent results.
Landscape Versatility
Ideal for adding structural height to containers or garden beds.
Branching Habit
Strong basal branching creates a full, lush plant profile.
Key Specs
Seed Type
RAW / UNTREATED
Soil Temperature for Germination
75-80°F
Germination Lighting
Do not cover seed
Germination Time
5-10 Days
Grow on Temperature (Day)
75-80°F
Grow on Temperature (Night)
55-60°F
Plant Spread
8-10 inches
Plant Height
16-20 inches
Features
- Vibrant lavender color
- Excellent for cut flower arrangements
- Strong stems for good vase life
- Drought tolerant
- Low maintenance
- Adds height and landscape dimension
- Easy to grow
- Strong basal branching
What customers say
Gardeners overwhelmingly value the Harris Seeds Gomphrena 'Ping Pong Lavender' for its exceptional reliability and stunning aesthetic. Customers report consistently high germination success, leading to robust plants that thrive even in heat and drought. The resulting blooms feature a beautiful, true-to-type soft lavender hue. The unique, spherical 'Ping Pong' flower structure is highly prized for adding texture to bouquets and for its excellent durability, making it ideal for drying. This variety offers a high yield of desirable cut flowers with a long vase life, establishing it as a trusted staple for consistent seasonal performance.
Know before you buy
No, these seeds require light to germinate. Simply press them into the surface of your starting medium without covering them.
The recommended planting method for Gomphrena Ping Pong is to start them as transplants. Starting them indoors allows you to better control the warm soil temperatures required for successful germination.
Gomphrena Ping Pong is highly valued for its strong stems and excellent vase life. They hold their shape and color well, making them an ideal choice for both fresh bouquets and dried floral arrangements.
Yes, their compact 8-10 inch spread and 16-20 inch height make them a great choice for containers or as a mid-border addition to your landscape.
They are considered low-maintenance plants. Once established, they are notably drought-tolerant and require very little intervention to continue blooming throughout the season.
For the best results, aim for daytime temperatures between 75-80°F and slightly cooler nighttime temperatures between 55-60°F.
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