Xerochrysum, Everlasting Daisy, Paper Daisy, Strawflower
Xerochrysumbracteatum 'Swiss Giants Mix'

Family: Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)
Genus: Xerochrysum (zer-oh-KRIS-um)
Species: bracteatum (brak-tee-AY-tum)
Cultivar: Swiss Giants Mix

Category
Annuals

Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater

Sun Exposure
Full Sun

Foliage
Herbaceous
This plant is resistant to deer

Foliage Color

Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

Spacing
15-18 in. (38-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)

Hardiness
Not Applicable

Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual

Danger
N/A

Bloom Color
Pink
Red
Orange
Bright Yellow
White/Near White

Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are good for drying and preserving
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds

Bloom Size

Bloom Time
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
Blooms repeatedly

Other details

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