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Xerochrysum bracteatum

Also Known As

  • Helichrysum bracteatum
  • Strawflower

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 3'-4'
  • W: 1'-2'

planting zones

  • 1-11

Xerochrysum bracteatum plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Xerochrysum bracteatum

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Xerochrysum bracteatum

USDA Zones: 1 - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: gritty, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This is the TALL, EASY, ORIGINAL strawflower – a stately & cheerful easy cottage annual – growing 4’ tall by 2’ wide. Tolerating full, hot sun, negligence, & less than perfect soil, it’s a perennial here in USDA zones 9 & up, & is easily grown as an annual elsewhere. The crisp, golden flowers will only open when the sun is out. Strawflowers are mainstays of dried flower arrangements, & keep for years & years without falling apart. From Australia, these plants prefer average water & good drainage.

By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

Gardening facts about Xerochrysum bracteatum plant

How to Grow Xerochrysum bracteatum

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • lean
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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aka Helichrysum bracteatum 'Double White', Double White Strawflower

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

9a-10b

Size

Height: 4'

Width: 3'

  • sun
  • low
Photo of Xerochrysum bracteatum [double white] flower by Far Out Flora
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aka Helichrysum bracteatum 'Monster Fireball Red', Red Giant Red Strawflower

Plant Type

Perennial, Annual / Biennial

Zones

9a-11

Size

Height: 3'-4'

Width: 2'-3'

  • sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
Photo of Xerochrysum bracteatum 'Monster Fireball' flower by Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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aka Helichrysum bracteatum 'Monster Rose'

Plant Type

Perennial, Annual / Biennial

Zones

8b-12

Size

Height: 2'-4'

Width: 2'-3'

  • sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
Photo of Xerochrysum bracteatum 'Monster Rose' flower by Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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