Purple Straw Flower Helichrysum Seeds
Purple Straw Flower Helichrysum Seeds
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Purple straw flower helichrysum seeds are small, brown seeds that can produce beautiful and long-lasting flowers. These plants are known for their unique purple color, which can add a pop of color to any garden or floral arrangement. Straw flowers, also known as everlasting flowers, are particularly well-suited for drying and using in floral crafts, as their blooms can last for months without fading or losing their color.
Specification:
- Full-bloom Period: Summer
- Type: Blooming Plants
- Variety: Flower
- Style: Perennial
- Spacing: 12-18 inches
- Sun requirements: Full sun
- Soil type: Well-draining, sandy or loamy soil
- Watering: Moderate
- Germination: 7-21 days
- Seed depth: 1/8 inch
- Seed spacing: 1-2 inches
- Species and varieties: Helichrysum bracteatum, commonly known as strawflower, is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. The purple variety is a popular choice for its vibrant color and long-lasting blooms.
- Hybrid or heirloom: Strawflower seeds can be found in both hybrid and heirloom varieties. Heirloom varieties are often preferred by gardeners who wish to save seeds and maintain genetic diversity, while hybrids may offer improved vigor and disease resistance.
- Pruning and training: Strawflowers require minimal pruning. Deadheading spent blooms can encourage more flowers and extend the blooming period. No special training is needed as they have a naturally upright growth habit.
- Fertilization needs: Strawflowers are not heavy feeders. A balanced, all-purpose fertilizer applied at planting time is usually sufficient. Over-fertilization can lead to excessive foliage growth at the expense of flowers.
- Hardiness zones: Strawflowers are suitable for USDA hardiness zones 8-10. They can be grown as annuals in cooler climates.
- Climate requirements: Strawflowers thrive in full sun and well-drained soil. They are drought-tolerant once established and prefer a warm, dry climate. They can tolerate light frosts but are not suitable for extremely cold climates.
