Xerochrysum bracteatum 'Monster Fireball'

Also Known As

Helichrysum bracteatum 'Monster Fireball Red'
Red Giant Red Strawflower

Plant type

perennial, annual / biennial

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

9a-11

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Xerochrysum bracteatum 'Monster Fireball' plant details

Xerochrysum bracteatum 'Monster Fireball' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen annual / biennial or perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer red and yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Xerochrysum bracteatum 'Monster Fireball'

Plant type: annual / biennial or perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: red and yellow blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, dried-arrangements, self-sowing, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Xerochrysum bracteatum 'Monster Fireball'

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Big, bold, showy & heat & drought tolerant - this is the TALL species, non-dwarfed by the hand of man! To 4’ tall & 3’ across, it certainly creates a dramatic focal point with substantial 2” brassy red blooms held atop strong multi-branching bright green stems. Beginning in mid-Summer, the blooms last for months in the garden & then, like, forever in dried arrangements. With average-rich, well-drained soil or in a large container you can plant this flashy character in that hottest spot next to the driveway! Self sows!