Xerochrysum, Everlasting Flower, Paper Daisy, Straw Flower
Xerochrysumbracteatum 'Mixed Hybrids, Noids'

Synonym:Bracteantha bracteata

Synonym:Helichrysum bracteatum

Synonym:Elichrysum bracteatum

Synonym:Xeranthemum bracteatum

Category
Annuals
Tropicals and Tender Perennials

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
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)

Spacing
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)

Hardiness
Not Applicable

Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual

Danger
N/A

Bloom Color
Pink
Red
Orange
Bright Yellow
Medium Purple
Maroon/Burgundy
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
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