Vibrant Flowers

The vibrant colors of paper daisies come from the specialized bracts, which are modified leaves surrounding the central disc. The intense colors are from pigments, elevated by the bracts' papery texture. These are a showy display that attracts pollinators and lasts long after the blooms fade.

Versatile Growth

Paper daisies exhibit versatile growth due to their adaptability to varied conditions. They tolerate a range of soil types, including well-drained, moderately fertile soils, and can handle full sun to partial shade. This adaptability makes them suitable for different garden environments.

Great for Containers

Paper daisies excel in containers due to several factors. Their compact size and manageable height make them ideal for smaller spaces. Container gardening also allows for better control of soil conditions and watering. The versatility allows to easily be transported from here to there.

Attracts Pollinators

Paper daisies attract pollinators through a combination of visual and chemical cues. Their bright and varied colors, are highly attractive to bees and butterflies. They also have nectar-rich centers that are easily accessible to insects, valuable for pollinator gardens.

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.