Trim the gomphrena in early spring. Pinch off branch tips to encourage a bushier exterior and pinch off wilted blooms at the stem.

Should gomphrena be cut back?

For the best dried flowers, cut Gomphrena as soon as the blooms are completely open. Strip the leaves, tie the bare stems in bunches and hang them upside down in a dark, dry, well-ventilated place.

Do you deadhead gomphrena?

Pinch off wilted gomphrena blooms, as deadheading keeps gomphrena neat and tidy and prevents the plant from going to seed too early. To deadhead, pinch the faded bloom with your fingernail. Include the attached stem down to the next bloom, bud or leaf. Plant gomphrena in full sunlight.