This dwarf variety is only about half the size of regular strawflowers. Blooms are also smaller, but come in a broad color range, with oranges, yellows, and rose. Makes a fine bedding plant as well as an everlasting.

60 seeds

PLANTING

Helichrysum bracteatum

Annual

Germination:7-21 days

Germination Temperature:Optimum soil temperatures 70-75F

Seed Planting Depth:Sow on the surface and press into soil, seeds need light to germinate.

Starting Indoors:Start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. Provide 70-75F soil temperature. Transplant after the last frost, 12-15″ apart.

Sowing Outdoors:Direct sow after last frost, only in areas with long growing seasons

Growth Habit:Upright

Height and Width:24-30″by 12-15″

Spacing:12-15″ apart

Light Needs:Full sun

Soil Needs:Loose, rich, well-drained

Approximate days to flower from seed:80-90 days

Uses:Flower beds, cut and dried, everlasting flowers

Care:Water seedlings regularly until established. Amend soil with compost before transplanting.Harvest flowers often for bouquets or for drying. Dried flowers- harvest flowers when they are partially open then hang upside down in a dark room with good airflow.