STRAWFLOWER FOREST BERRIES :: 50 seeds

STRAWFLOWER
Forest Berries
Helichrysum bracteatum

Plant Type :: Half Hardy Annual
Sow In :: Spring
Germination :: 7-14 days (20-28°C)
Height :: 90cm
Flowers :: 12 weeks
Position :: Full Sun

Strawflower, also called Paper Daisy is one the the easiest and most rewarding flowers to grow. Forest Berries produces masses of beautiful shades of summery reds… including luscious strawberry, raspberry and copper, through to deep merlot tones. These papery blooms are on tall, strong stems. Referred to as Everlasting Flowers for the obvious reason that these seem to last forever. They are perfect for drying and also make wonderful cut flowers.

Seeds per packet :: 50

GROWING INSTRUCTIONS

Start seeds indoors. Surface sow your seeds onto moist, well drained seed raising mix and pat down gently. Do not cover as these need light to germinate. Place in a warm position. Keep moist using a mist spray bottle. Water your from underneath. Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle. Harden off and transplant outdoors after all danger of frost has passed. Space 30cm apart.

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We apologise that WE DO NOT SUPPLY SEEDS TO WESTERN AUSTRALIA (WA), NORTHERN TERRITORY (NT) AND TASMANIA (TAS).