Strawflowers this annual is a colourful addition to any bright border.
Strawflower Double mixed brings a multitude of large cheerful blooms with petals that seem to sweep around and encircle the flower centre. These large, straw-like ‘everlasting flowers’ are held on long stems and grow in lovely shades of pink, red, and white. They are drought-tolerant and make for beautiful cut flowers to display in your home, adding a touch of colour to any room.
- A stout branching variety with multiple flowers.
- Blooming into late summer.
- Attracts bees, butterflies and other beneficial insects.
This pack contains approximately 250 seeds.
Strawflower 'Giants Mixed' Seeds
About Strawflower ‘Giants’
Xerochrysum bracteatum, commonly known as the golden everlasting or strawflower, is a flowering plant in the family Asteraceae native to Australia. Described by Étienne Pierre Ventenat in 1803, it was known as Helichrysum bracteatum for many years before being transferred to a new genus Xerochrysum in 1990.
In The Records
Strawflower was introduced from Australia to England in 1799. It is also known as Everlasting Flower for the long-lived color of its flowers when dried
Features Pollinator friendly, likes sunlight, lots of blooms, grow a meadow Locations Terraces, containers and garden beds Effort Level Needs some love Botanical Name Xerochrysum bracteatum Other Names Golden everlasting, strawflower and asteraceae Plant Type Annual Pot Size 30 cm Pet/Baby Safe Pet + Baby Safe Number of Seeds 250 Sowing Tips Sprinkle seeds lightly on the soil surface. Press into soil gently. The seeds need light to germinate, do not bury deeply.