Xerochrysum bracteatum Mohave™ Fire
Scientific Name: Xerochrysum bracteatum 'Klebb08398'
Also Known As
- Helichrysum bracteantha 'Mohave Fire'
- Strawflower
Plant type
annual / biennial
size
- H: 12"-18"
- W: 15"-18"
planting zones
- 1-12
Xerochrysum bracteatum Mohave™ Fire plant details
Xerochrysum bracteatum Mohave™ Fire is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer bronze, orange, red and yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Xerochrysum bracteatum Mohave™ Fire
- Plant type: annual / biennial
- Plant family: asteraceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 15 IN - 18 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
- Flowers: bronze, orange, red and yellow blooms in fall and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Xerochrysum bracteatum Mohave™ Fire
- USDA Zones: 1 - 12
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Gardening facts about Xerochrysum bracteatum Mohave™ Fire plant
How to Grow Xerochrysum bracteatum Mohave™ Fire
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
- bronze
- orange
- yellow
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
Annual / Biennial
Zones
1-11
Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 1'-2'
- sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 3'
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Plant Type
Perennial, Annual / Biennial
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 2'-4'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun
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