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Mixed Helichrysum Seeds-Drought Tolerant Annual Plant

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          Helichrysum (Helichrysum Bracteatum Purple-Red)

          Strawflower is a terrific drought tolerant annual! It easily establishes from Helichrysum seeds, and produces lovely flowers from late spring until fall frosts. As an added bonus, the flowers can be cut and dried and made into dried floral arrangements. The flowers hold their color very well after drying giving the additional name for this flower of Everlasting Daisy. To dry, pick flowers when lower 2 - 4 rows of petals are just beginning to open. Remove foliage, bunch loosely and hang upside down in a warm, airy place.

          Helichrysum Strawflower plants are considered to be medium to fine textured plants which can grow up to 40 inches high. Helichrysum Everlasting flowers are about 2 1/2 inches in diameter, double and daisy-like in appearance. The true flower is surrounded by colorful, stiff, modified leaves. Sow the flower seed in spring after frost season has ended directly outdoors into prepared soil. For earlier blooms, sow Strawflower seeds indoors 6 - 8 weeks before planting time. Transplant young Helichrysum plants into the flower garden, pinching back to encourage compact growth. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage flowering. Remove plants after frost.

          Flower Specifications

          Season: Annual

          USDA Zones: 3 - 10

          Height: 40 inches

          Bloom Season: Spring through fall

          Bloom Color: Purple

          Environment: Full sun to partial shade

          Soil Type: Moist, well-drained, pH 6.6 to 7.5

          Deer Resistant: Yes

          Latin Name: Helichrysum Bracteatum

           

          Planting Directions

          Temperature: 72 - 76F

          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