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Xerochrysum, Everlasting Daisy, Paper Daisy, Strawflower 'Victorian Blush'

Xerochrysumbracteatum

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Xerochrysum bracteatum by David_Paul
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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
Herbaceous
This plant is resistant to deer
Height
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
Pink
Red
Orange
Bright Yellow
Medium Purple
Maroon/Burgundy
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Blooms repeatedly
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color

Unknown - Tell us

Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual
Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are good for drying and preserving
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:

Clinton, Connecticut

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Clinton, CT (Zone 6b) | July 2008 | neutral

Shades of white, silver frost, primrose, and coral.

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