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Strawflower is a warm-season flowering plant with an upright, branching growth habit and papery-textured blooms. It is well adapted to warm and dry climates and performs best in full sun with well-drained soil. This plant establishes easily from seed and is suitable for garden beds, borders, and container planting. It tolerates heat and lower moisture conditions once established, supporting steady growth throughout the growing season.
Features
- Upright, branching flowering plant
- Suitable for beds, borders, and containers
- Performs well in full sun environments
- Adapted to warm and dry climates
- Tolerates lower moisture once established
Specifications
- Scientific Name: Xerochrysum bracteatum
- Common Name (US): Strawflower
- Seed Type / Variety: Standard Variety
- Growth Habit: Upright, branching plant
- USDA Zones: 2-11 (grown as annual)
- Planting Season: Spring after last frost
- Growing Season: Warm season
- Sowing Season: February to April
- Germination Time and Conditions: 7-14 days at 20-25°C
- Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
- Soil Requirements: Well-drained, light to moderately fertile soil
- Watering Needs: Low to moderate; avoid overwatering
- Mature Plant Size: 60-100 cm height, 30-45 cm spread
- Plant Spacing: 25-30 cm between plants
