Strawflower
Xerochrysum bracteatum
Description
Xerochrysum bracteatum are often called strawflower, golden everlasting flower, and paper daisy. The flower stems are cut for both fresh and dried flower arrangements. The individual flowers are very small but are formed into a large cluster surrounded by large papery bracts. The overall appearance is that of a large single "flower" with the bracts as the "petals". However, well over a hundred true flowers occur inside the ring of bracts. Zones 8-11
- Botanical Name
- Xerochrysum bracteatum
- Height
- 2-3' Tall
- Width
- 6-18" Wide
- Sun Exposure
- Full Sun Partial Sun
- Soil Type
- Well Draining
- Bloom Time
- Early Summer Mid Summer Late Summer Fall Long Blooming
- Foliage Colors
- Dark Green Light Green
- Water Requirements
- Moderate