How to Grow Strawflower
Helichrysum Bracteatum Germination Information
Helichrysum Bracteatum is the botanical name for Strawflower
How to Sow Helichrysum Bracteatum: - Best sown indoors 4-6 weeks before planting out
- Sow at 60-70° with NO cover as light aids in germination
- Expect germination in 7-10 days
- Seeds may also be sown outdoors after all danger of frost is past
- When sowing seed outdoors, we recommend a maximum planting depth of 4X the width of the seed
How to Grow Helichrysum Bracteatum:
Transplanting: Transplant when there are at least two sets of true leaves
Spacing: Site seedlings 9-15 inches apart in full sun in an alkaline, porous, well-drained soil
Additional Care: It has only a moderate requirement for water and it loves long, hot summers. Pinch plants early on to promote a tight habit
Appearance and Use:
The mid- to late summer flowers add interest to borders and rock gardens. The flowers can be cut for use both fresh and dried. This 12-30 inch, rounded plant has narrow, green leaves and wiry flower stems. The 2- 21/2 diameter, rounded flower heads have a center of non-showy fertile florets that are ringed with showy, papery-textured bracts in shades of red, salmon, purple, yellow, pink, or white
About Helichrysum Bracteatum:
Pronunciation: hel-i-kris’sum brak-te-a’tum
Lifecycle: Annual
Origination: Asteraceae, native to Australia
Common Name: Strawflower