100+ Rose Strawflower Seeds-Helichrysum Bracteatum -Strawflower Rose Seeds- Paper Daisy-Beautiful Annual, Great for Floral Arrangements-B457
Description:
Helichrysum Bracteatum are also known as Strawflower, Paper Daisy, and Everlasting Daisy. Many gardeners grow Helichrysum Paper Daisy for the purpose of drying the everlasting blooms for dried arrangements, wreaths and crafts. Helichrysum Rose flowers are well-known for their use as an excellent dried flower for floral arrangements. To dry Helichrysum, cut them just before they are in full bloom. Hang upside down to dry in a dry, well ventilated area.
Some Characteristics of Rose Helichrysum: •
Uniform flowering
Tall and straight •
Bright colours •
Attracts beneficials •
Excellent for dried flowers
Easy and fast growing from Helichrysum seed, Strawflower, is a hardy perennial native to Australia. In most areas of the United States, however, it is grown as a summer annual. The 36 - 40 inch tall plants have 5 inch long lance-shaped leaves and double blooms often over 2 1/2 inches across. Flowers of this species are great as cut flowers and when they are dried, the papery flowers will last indefinitely. The plants are easy to grow from flower seed and make excellent container plants. Helichrysum Bracteatum Rose plants are easy to establish from flower seed, and they are a valuable addition to the flower garden, giving a wonderful show of color. They prefer full sun to partial shade (especially in warmer climates).
For early blooms, sow Helichrysum seeds indoors 6 - 8 weeks before planting time. Strawflower seeds can also be directly sown outdoors once frost season has passed and temperatures are consistently warm.
Season: Annual
Hardiness Zones: 3 - 10
Temperature: 72 - 76 F (22-24 C)
Average Germ Time: 8 - 10 days
Light Required: Yes
Depth: Do not cover the seed but press into the soil
Sowing Rate: 3 - 4 seeds per plant
Moisture: Keep seed moist until germination
Plant Spacing: 18 - 24 inches
Height: 40 inches
Bloom Season: Spring through fall
Bloom Color: White
Environment: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Type: Moist, well-drained, pH 6.6 to 7.5
Deer Resistant: Yes
