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Strawflower

Xerochrysum bracteatum

  • Feeds pollinators
Strawflower (Xerochrysum bracteatum)

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Bloom colours

gold, rose, white

What actually matters with this one

Cut the stems for drying before the centre opens. Fully open flowers shatter as soon as they dry.

How to grow it

Light
full sun
Water
Keep it dry
Hardiness
Annual
Height
75 cm
Flowers
July to September
Difficulty
easy

Plant it alongside

Relatives and plants that want the same conditions.