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Xerochrysum, Everlasting Flower, Paper Daisy, Straw Flower 'Helica Mix'

Xerochrysumbracteatum

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Xerochrysum bracteatum by RosinaBloom
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Family
Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Xerochrysum (zer-oh-KRIS-um)
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Species
bracteatum (brak-tee-AY-tum)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Smooth
Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
Spacing
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger

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Bloom Color
Pale Pink
Pink
Rose/Mauve
Red
Scarlet (dark red)
Coral/Apricot
Orange
Pale Yellow
Bright Yellow
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Mid Spring
Late Spring/Early Summer
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Category
Alpines and Rock Gardens
Annuals
Perennials
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Foliage Color

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Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual
Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are good for cutting
Flowers are good for drying and preserving
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size

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Other details

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Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Patent Information

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Propagation Methods
From seed; winter sow in vented containers, coldframe or unheated greenhouse
From seed; sow indoors before last frost
Seed Collecting
Bag seedheads to capture ripening seed
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Regional
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