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Helichrysum Species, Strawflower

Helichrysumcalvertianum

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Helichrysum calvertianum by brendak654
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Family
Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Helichrysum (hel-ih-KRY-sum)
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Species
calvertianum (kal-ver-tee-AH-num)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Herbaceous
This plant is resistant to deer
Height
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Spacing
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Color
Pink
Red
Orange
Bright Yellow
Medium Purple
Maroon/Burgundy
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Late Spring/Early Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color

Unknown - Tell us

Where to Grow

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size

Unknown - Tell us

Other details

Unknown - Tell us

Soil pH requirements
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Self-sows freely; deadhead if you do not want volunteer seedlings next season
Seed Collecting
Bag seedheads to capture ripening seed
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Lakeland, Florida

Williston, Florida

Anna, Illinois

Rogue River, Oregon

Morrisville, Pennsylvania

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brendak654
Anna, IL (Zone 6b) | October 2013 | positive

Slow to get started. Really takes off late in the season. Strawflowers are great for drying. They come in packets of mixed colors. L...Read More

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