Drought Tolerant Helichrysum White Strawflower Garden Flower Plant Seed

Helichrysum Seeds - White

5000 Seeds
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4.99
10000 Seeds
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8.99

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

40 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Spring through fall

BLOOM COLOR

White

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun to partial shade

SOIL TYPE

Moist, well-drained, pH 6.6 to 7.5

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

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Helichrysum (Helichrysum Bracteatum White) - Strawflower plants are easy to establish from flower seed, and they are a valuable addition to the flower garden, giving a wonderful show of color. Helichrysum Bracteatum care includes deadheading to keep the blooms looking their best. They will bloom from late spring right up to frost.

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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

Helichrysum Paper Daisies Flower Garden
Helichrysum Paper Daisies Flower Seed Packets For Planting
Outsidepride Annual Helichrysum Paper Daisy Seeds (Helichrysum bracteatum), also known as strawflower seeds or everlasting daisy seeds, create a colorful display with White, Rose, Scarlet, Purple, and Yellow varieties. These seeds thrive as annuals in all USDA zones, bloom in summer, and reach 2-3 feet tall. Great for sunny gardens and exceptional cut flowers, they come in 5000 and 10,000 seed counts. These seed packets contain stunning daisy seeds for planting outdoors.
Helichrysum Paper Daisies Vibrant Flowers
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.
Helichrysum Paper Daisies Dried Flowers
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.
Helichrysum Paper Daisies Cut Flowers
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.
Helichrysum Paper Daisies Attracts Pollinators
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.
Varieties of Helichrysum Paper Daisy Flower Seeds
Add a touch of color to your landscape with our delightful Helichrysum Paper Daisy varieties! From the classic elegance of White Helichrysum to the romantic charm of Rose, the bold statement of Scarlet, the intriguing allure of Purple, and the cheerful brightness of Yellow, there's a Helichrysum to suit every taste. To ensure vibrant blooms, plant your seeds in well-draining soil and a sunny spot. With these varieties, you get happiness and beauty!
Bloom Season, Height, & Color Chart of Helichrysum Paper Daisies
To bring the magic of these to your garden, plant strawflower seeds! Each Helichrysum variety offers a unique charm. Note that bloom color, height, and bloom season give each variety a lot of charm and magic to the scene. Their papery flowers make great additions to dried arrangements. Deadheading spent flowers encourages prolonged blooming, or they can easily self-seed.
Women Cutting Helichrysum Paper Daisies Flowers
Sow Helichrysum Strawflower plants in spring after the frost season has ended directly outdoors into prepared soil. For earlier blooms, sow 3-4 Strawflower seeds indoors 6 - 8 weeks before planting time with 18-24 inches of spacing. Transplant young Helichrysum plants into the flower garden, pinching back to encourage compact growth. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage flowering. Remove plants after frost. Keep seed moist until germination

Helichrysum (Helichrysum Bracteatum White) - Strawflower plants are easy to establish from flower seed, and they are a valuable addition to the flower garden, giving a wonderful show of color. They prefer full sun to partial shade (especially in warmer climates). Strawflower will do well in poor to average soils, and tolerate heat and drought conditions. Water them during dry periods, once or twice per week. Add a general purpose fertilizer once or twice a season for maximum plant growth, and to promote big blooms. Once the plants are established, Helichrysum Bracteatum care includes deadheading to keep the blooms looking their best. They will bloom from late spring right up to frost.

Helichrysum flowers are well-known for their use as an excellent dried flower for floral arrangements. To dry Helichrysum, cut them just before they are in full bloom. Hang upside down to dry in a dry, well ventilated area.

For earlier blooms, sow Helichrysum seeds indoors 6 - 8 weeks before planting time. Strawflower seeds can also be directly sown outdoors once frost season has passed and temperatures are consistently warm. Plants are heat and drought tolerant once established.

Common Questions

Q

What are some good ways to use Helichrysum in my landscape?

A

These are great for beds and borders, cottage gardens, gravel and rock gardens, cut flower gardens, mediterranean gardens or prairies.

Q

Do I need to deadhead my flowers?

A

Yes, you should deadhead your spent flowers.

Q

Will deer eat my plants?

A

Fortunately, deer avoid these plants.

Q

What are some good companion plants for Helichrysum?

A

Verbena, canna and yarrow all are wonderful companion plants for this flower.

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