Description

Strawflower Mixed Colors is a vibrant heirloom annual known for its long-lasting, papery blooms that retain their color and shape even after drying. This cheerful mix features bright shades of red, pink, orange, yellow, and white, adding bold color and texture to garden beds and arrangements.

Excellent as both a fresh and dried flower, strawflower is a favorite for everlasting bouquets, wreaths, and crafts. Its sturdy stems and crisp, straw-like petals make it one of the best flowers for cutting and preserving, while also attracting pollinators to the garden.

• Type: Heirloom annual
• Direct sow: After last frost or start indoors 4–6 weeks early
• Sun: Full sun
• Spacing: 9–12 inches
• Height: 24–36 inches
• Days to bloom: 75–85 days

Easy to grow and heat tolerant, strawflower thrives in well-drained soil and sunny conditions. Keep soil lightly moist during germination, then water moderately once established. Harvest blooms just before they fully open for best results when drying.

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