Xerochrysum bracteatum (Strawflower) - Image 13

Botanical names: Xerochrysum bracteatum, Helichrysum bracteatum, Bracteantha bracteata

Common names: Strawflower, Paper Daisy, Everlasting Daisy

Family: Asteraceae

Origin: Australia

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyYellow, orange flowersRed, crimson, vinous flowersWhite, off-white flowersPink flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
Xerochrysum bracteatum (Strawflower) deep red flower close up with yellow center on green stems.


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