XEROCHRYSUM BRACTEATUM
PACKET CONTAINS 100 SEEDS
Common name: Strawflower
A short- lived perennial in warmer climates and often grown as an annual in cooler. Very attractive deep red flower with paper like appearance. Everlasting cut dried flower that will retain it's colour.
- Great for attracting native bees
- Heat tolerant
- Moderately frost resistant.
- Australian Native
Method | Sow direct or raise seedlings. Good drainage |
Sowing Depth | Lightly cover with vermiculite |
When to sow in Australia |
Tropical / Sub-Tropical: Autumn Temperate: Spring and and Autumn. Cold: Spring and Autumn |
Germination | 14-21 days at 18-22°C |
Plant Spacing | 60cm |
Height | 100cm |
Position | Full Sun |